Volunteer Teaching in Africa
Teach English in Africa and support children’s education in rural areas. You’ll impact the lives of children by volunteering to teach in Africa and supporting the work of local teachers.
You’ll work in local schools, assisting teachers and also leading lessons if possible. This is an excellent opportunity to get hands-on work experience in the classroom. No prior experience or qualification is needed as we’ll support your work and give you guidance when you need it. You’ll also be able to attend regular workshops with our staff and other Teaching volunteers. During these workshops, you can get advice and ideas to help you.
Volunteering as a teacher in Africa gives you the opportunity to realise your potential. You’ll improve your teaching skills and discover what you’re capable of. You’ll also use travel to bring about positive change in the communities you live in. You’ll do this whether you’re teaching English or another subject like Physical Education or IT.
Watch the video below to find out what it’s like to be a volunteer teacher in an African country.
Choose a Teaching Project in Africa
Volunteer Teaching English in Ghana
16+ y/o2+ weeks
HomestayExplore options: Volunteer Teaching English in GhanaStarting at £1,675 for 2 weeks
Extra Week:£255
Volunteer Teaching English in Tanzania
16+ y/o2+ weeks
HomestayExplore options: Volunteer Teaching English in TanzaniaStarting at £1,675 for 2 weeks
Extra Week:£255
Volunteer Teaching in Kenya
16+ y/o2+ weeks
HomestayExplore options: Volunteer Teaching in KenyaStarting at £1,725 for 2 weeks
Extra Week:£305
Volunteer IT Teaching in Ghana
16+ y/o2+ weeks
HomestayExplore options: Volunteer IT Teaching in GhanaStarting at £1,550 for 2 weeks
Extra Week:£255
Volunteer Teaching IT in South Africa
16+ y/o4+ weeks
HomestayExplore options: Volunteer Teaching IT in South AfricaStarting at £2,510 for 4 weeks
Extra Week:£280
What Will Teaching in Africa as a Volunteer Be Like?
Schools in Africa can be understaffed and poorly resourced, but you can help improve this situation by volunteering as a teacher.
Often you’ll find the only tools you have are a blackboard and chalk. This can be both challenging and exciting, as you have the freedom to use your creativity and think outside the box. You may find that the greatest tool for effective learning is yourself. The students will want to find out about you and the country you come from. They’ll want to know why you have chosen to come and teach them.
The number of lessons per week that you’ll teach depends on the country and individual school. In some countries, you’ll be expected to be at school all day, teaching two or three classes. In other cases, you’ll just teach in the morning. You’ll also need to take time to prepare your lessons and you may often be asked to mark students’ work. Many volunteers choose to help out in other areas too, such as taking students for sports, drama, or music lessons.
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What Subjects Can I Teach as a Volunteer in Africa?
We have a range of teaching placements across Africa. You can teach younger students or do volunteer work in a high school. Whichever age-range you teach, you’ll become part of long-term efforts to implement sustainable solutions.
In Africa, volunteers can teach:
- English
- French
- Physical Education
- IT
As a volunteer teacher, you may also have the chance to teach:
- Drama
- Music
- Sport
- Art
Where Can I Volunteer to Teach in Africa?
We offer volunteer teaching programmes across Africa, including in:
Wherever you end up, use your time as a teaching volunteer to discover what you’re capable of and improve the lives of children.
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