Volunteers in the Teaching program work in primary and secondary schools in and around the region of Moshi. The schools are short of well trained staff and need the assistance of volunteers for teaching children.
As a volunteer your main role would be to work as a teacher assistant in the placement and assist the current teachers and staff. Volunteers teach English, Maths, Geography and Science to the students.
You can bring with you interesting teaching materials, books, stationary, flash cards and games which will help you in teaching students.
Volunteers work for 5-6 hrs in a day for 5 days in a week.



Program Information
Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the

program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Project Location
Volunteer Projects are located in and around the city of Moshi in the Kilimanjaro region. Moshi is situated on the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. The area is very popular among the tourists especially those climbing Mt. Kili. Moshi is home to the Chagga and Masaai tribes.


What we provide
Airport Receive/ Transfer: You will be met by our representative at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Kilimanjaro region from where you are transferred to the accommodations in Moshi.
Volunteers can also arrive in Nairobi and take a direct shuttle or bus to Moshi. They will be picked up at the bus station.

Orientation: All volunteers will be provided with an orientation session by the local coordinator. Areas like safety, locations, transportation, things to see etc will be covered in the Orientation.After your orientation is over, you will be introduced to your project.

Lodging: Volunteer Accommodation is provided with a local Tanzanian host family in and around the area of Moshi.Living is basic and you will get to experience the local customs, traditions and way of life by living with a host family. Volunteers will be either provided their own room or shared with other volunteers.

Food: Volunteers are provided with 2 meals (Breakfast and Dinner) at their accommodation. Typical meals include Ugali, Chapatti, Chai (Tea) , Bread and rice with vegetables and fruits.

Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive travel and medical insurance for their time of stay in our project.

Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc.

In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country.

During your Free Time
On the weekends most of the volunteers take Safari trips to nearby national parks and reserves. The most popular parks are Arusha National Park and Serengeti.
You can also walk around the city of Moshi. The area is not very big and volunteers love to walk around the area