WHY TEACH ENGLISH?

It has become clear, in today’s world, that English skills can provide better opportunities in life, and give everyone an advantage in the job market. Hilltribe children learn English at school but not on a daily basis, and they never get a chance to practice their speaking skills with others. English volunteers can engage the students in role-play and games, teach them basic vocabulary and practice speaking English with those who are not confident in class. You will give disadvantaged hilltribe children hope, and help inspire them to learn English for a better future. Something as short as a 2-week volunteer stint has the power to change lives – and not just those of the children you teach – it could change your life as well.

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SUPPORT WE PROVIDE

We operate in-country and our English-speaking coordinator has 12 years of experience so she is well-acquainted with all aspects. She has a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) so can also help with ideas for games, icebreakers, lesson plans and how to teach basic English. We will ensure that everything is well-organized to ensure maximum benefit for all involved. We provide volunteers with one day of orientation before starting, with information about volunteering, teaching English, hilltribe cultures, plus a basic Thai language and cultural lesson. Volunteers who complete the program will receive a certificate to verify their participation.

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REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, with the following requirements:
• A good level of English
• Motivation to work with children and experience new cultures
• Flexible and adaptable to different situations
• Immunizations (please consult your doctor)
• Police background check from country of origin
We will not accept anyone without a background check. This does not mean that anyone with a criminal conviction is ruled out – a speeding fine or parking ticket is obviously not indicative of what we are concerned about, so do not be put off from enquiring. Criminal record checks are one method to filter out undesirables, and we need to ensure all of the children involved will be safe. Don't spend money on flights or anything else until you know your police check is a) clean, and b) going to arrive before your cutoff date. It is also extremely important that you give yourself enough time to obtain a police background check, which can take up to two months to receive, depending on your home country.

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DURATION

DURATION

The minimum duration for volunteering is 1 week, and the maximum is 4 weeks. Volunteers can choose to start the program on the 1st Monday of the month or the 3rd Monday of the month

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RULES AND REGULATIONS

As a volunteer staying at the hostel I understand that I am not to:

• Be alone at any time with any one child (as an adult it is your responsibility to ensure that there are always two or more people present)

• Press my own view, religious or otherwise

• Meet the Ayui students outside of the Foundation without the staff’s knowledge

Rule

1. No drinking alcohol

2. No smoking in front of students

3. No flirting with students

4. No fighting or physical altercations

5. No drug use

6. No PDA in front of students

7. If you volunteer as a couple, you will sleep separately. (Women at the Girls Home and men at the Boys Home)

Regulations

1. Follow the teaching and weekly schedules

2. Be on time and at the correct location for daily pick-up/drop-off because we also have to pick-up/drop-off the Ayui students.

3. Dress politely for teaching hours – Men and women: trousers, polo shirt or round-neck T-shirt (no V-neck) or blouse. Casual footwear allowed. For free time, nothing too revealing or shorts too short.

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