TEACHING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
About Teaching & Assistance
The project activities of the volunteers are designed in such a way that there is no need for previous teaching experience to participate in a teaching project. Teaching material, every day lesson/activity planning and day to day support is provided to volunteers for making most impact in their time at the project.
In the words of Nelson Mandela, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” states clearly that to change world or society, it is essential that education should be given importance. Education is the birth-right of every child and equal opportunities for better education should be given to every child present in the society. Every child should be given the gift of basic education and it is also considered as the bedrock of development. Education helps in changing the personality and the story of a child to live a better life. About 61 million children across the world are not able to attend schools and get basic education and lead a life of poverty.Education opens gate for a number of opportunities and increase the lifetime earning of individual. With the help of education, the poverty cycle can be broken and equal chances to get healthy life are provided.
A Trip Unlike Any Other
Why backpack through Europe when you can clap back at poverty? Seeing the Eiffel Tower is something that anyone can do. Whereas waking up in the foothills of the Himalayas is a unique experience that you will carry with you forever. Our programme is packed with activities and sights that will amaze your family and friends. You’ll meet volunteers from all over the world – young women and men just like you who want to make a difference, broaden their horizons, and live an amazing adventure in a part of the world that not many will ever get to experience. The bonds you create will last you a lifetime.
Location - Thailand
Chiang Mai is one of the few places in Thailand where it is possible to experience both historical and modern Thai culture coexisting side by side: the city features centuries-old pagodas and temples next to as well as modern convenience stores and boutique hotels. Chiang Mai literally means “new city” and has retained the name despite celebrating its 700th anniversary in 1996.
For many years, travellers have thought of Chiang Mai simply as the base from which they could plan trekking and rafting trips to hill tribe villages and also visits to other provinces. However, once there, they will be taken by surprise due to the fact that there are so many things to discover other than its beautiful and historic temples. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes, elephant camps, cooking and massage schools, outdoor activities, a variety of handicrafts workshops, various cultural performances, and breathtaking sceneries make Chiang Mai one of Asia’s most attractive tourist destinations.
Thailand is every person’s dream destination as it is a land filled with serene beaches, busy city life, electrifying night life, Buddhist monastries and temples as well as plenty of exciting activities. From students planning a vacation to families planning a chilling holiday, most people opt for Thailand as their travel destination. The spirit of this archipelago is so contagious and tempting that whoever reads or hears about it will want to visit it.
Apart from its dazzling nightlife and wonderful places of attraction, Thailand is also well known for its bizarre yet excellent street food varieties. Thailand, a lively city with livelier people is sure to give the tourist fun, adventure, companionship, rejuvenation and most significantly, fulfillment! Besides these, Thailand is also popular for club hopping and plenty of shopping.
Thailand, the ‘Land of Smiles’ is a paradise for shoppers as it has many kinds of weekend bazaars, fancy malls, floating bazaars and night markets selling a variety of Thai products. The products famous here include Thai sauces and spices, pottery and ceramics, Thai silk , Thai snacks and food, wickerwork, antiques and so on!
Prices and Payment Options
You can’t put a price on such an enriching adventure experience, but we strive to offer exceptional value for money and flexible
packages
to cater for everyone. We also offer a weekly extension for those of you who are not ready to say goodbye to
beautiful Nepal.
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PROGRAM DURATION PROGRAM PRICE IN EUROS (until DEC 2019)
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2-Week €650
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3 weeks €800
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4 weeks €970
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Weekly extension €160
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Additional cost for Travel Option €325
Included Services and Activities
- Number of nights (depending on the duration booked) stay on sharing occupancy basis.
- All transfers and sightseeing by public transport.
- Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM for most of the hotels (but we can usually arrange earlier check-in).
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Cultural Workshops (one time)
- Volunteer work as per itinerary during weekdays only.
- Services of an English speaking guide as per the itinerary.
- Representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers.
Volunteer Activities includes
Volunteers engaged in teaching activities make a direct and long term contribution to the development of students for building their confidence, academic performance and future prospects.
Volunteers work mostly in pairs as teachers or teaching assistants for one or more of the following kind of activities based on the curriculum and academic plans for the educational facility or project
- Teaching English, Math, Computers / IT and creative subjects.
- Music Lessons and practice
- Sports instructions and activities
- Helping with homework
- Supporting teachers with lesson planning or preparations
- Extra classes to students requiring special attention
- Preparation of teaching learning material for joyful learning and activity base learning.
Accommodation and Amenities
- Western-style toilets
- Shared bathroom with hot showers
- Separate balconies
- Opportunity to upgrade to single room (at extra cost)
- Free Wi-Fi 24/7
- Mini-library
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Computers, printer and scanner
- Recreation and common hall
- Purified drinking water
Program Start Dates
Program Itinerary
Duration : 15 Days
Country : Thailand
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Day 1
Pickup from Chiang Mai airport and transfer to accommodation. Overnight stay at Chiang Mai. (No Meal)
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Day 2
You start your day with a detailed orientation. This is very important part of the program and in this orientation you will get to know about: o Thailand & its culture o Social development and the role of volunteers o How to do volunteer work o Cultural responsibility o Personal safety & Code of Conducts o Introduction to allocated project and its description. • Thai language basics • Visit of local markets and orientation to the general local area • Visit of allocated projects Overnight stay at Chiang Mai. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 3
The day starts with getting ready for breakfast. Your day will be spent at the volunteering project and as per the work allocated to you over the next few days. After you have finished for the day there will be a local food preparation demonstration and food tasting. The day ends with a dinner. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 4
Continue your volunteering work for around 5 hours in a day. Evening enjoy a dinner with local English speaking host family to experience everyday life of regular Thai people. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 5
Continue your volunteering work for around 5 hours in a day. Free Evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 6
You have a free weekend for your own activities. During this free time, you can stay at your accommodation for relaxing or you can take help of our local team to know the surrounding area to visit. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 7
You have a free weekend for your own activities. During this free time, you can stay at your accommodation for relaxing or you can take help of our local team to know the surrounding area to visit. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 8
Start your fresh week with continuing your volunteering work. Enjoy your free evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 9
Volunteering work for 5 hours in a day. Enjoy your free evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 10
Volunteering work for 5 hours in a day. Enjoy your free evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 11
Volunteering work for 5 hours in a day. Enjoy your free evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 12
Volunteering work for 5 hours in a day. Enjoy your free evening. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 13
You have a free weekend for your own activities. During this free time, you can stay at your accommodation for relaxing or you can take help of our local team to know the surrounding area to visit. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 14
You have a free weekend for your own activities. During this free time, you can stay at your accommodation for relaxing or you can take help of our local team to know the surrounding area to visit. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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Day 15
After breakfast transfer to the Goa airport. (Meals – Breakfast Only)
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Typical Daily Schedule
Monday – Friday
This is a basic outline for volunteers – the weekend excursions are only included in the Volunteer & Travel package.
A more detailed itinerary is available on request.
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Activities Time
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Breakfast at IDEX accommodation 7:30-8:30
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Project work 9:00 – 12:30
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Lunch 12:30 – 13:30
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Free time/relax 13:30 – 14:00
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Project work 14:00 – 16:00
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Preparation meeting/lesson planning for next day 16:00 – 17:00
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Tea/coffee at IDEX accommodation 17:00 – 17:30
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Dinner at IDEX accommodation 19:00 – 20:00