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Childcare volunteer wanted in Tanzania!

Ready for a life-changing adventure that makes a real difference? Join our childcare program in vibrant Tanzania and help shape young minds while experiencing authentic African culture! 🌍✨

Salary
Not specified
Location
Tanzania
Accommodation
Available
Category
Volunteering
Language
English
Season
Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter
Availability
Min. 1 Month
April 2025 through November 2026

Job description

Immerge yourself in Tanzanian culture while making a meaningful impact on children's education! As a childcare volunteer, you will support a local preschool that provides quality education to children from low-income families. Together with qualified teachers, you will help create playful learning experiences that promote physical and cognitive development in a daycare environment. Your days will be filled with fun inquiry activities, literacy, and early math skills - all designed to encourage wonder and curiosity in young children. This program requires a minimum commitment of 4 weeks to ensure consistency for the children, with no maximum limit. You will stay in lively volunteer accommodations with like-minded travelers, finding the perfect balance between meaningful work and adventure. Weekend safaris, cultural tours and social activities will ensure that your Tanzanian experience is as enriching for you as your presence is for the local community!

The organization charges program fees to make this project possible, we have listed the costs below: 

  • 3 weeks (min. stay): €699
  • 4 weeks: €932
  • 5 weeks: €1,165
  • 9 weeks: €2,097
  • 17 weeks: €3,961
  • 50 weeks (max stay): €11,650
  • Average: €233 per week

Do you want to know exactly what's included in your adventure in Zanzibar? Then scroll down and find all the details under the heading "What you get". If you are interested or have any questions, we encourage you to ''apply'' without obligation so you can get in touch with the organization directly.  

Your new workplace

What you have

  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Intermediate English language skills
  • Clean criminal background check
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay
  • A genuine passion for working with children
  • Flexibility and cultural sensitivity
  • Ability to commit for at least 4 weeks
  • Enthusiasm, patience, and creativity
  • Previous experience working with children is advantageous but not required
  • An open mind and willingness to embrace new experiences

What you do

  • Support children's physical and cognitive development through play-based learning
  • Assist qualified teachers in running daily educational activities
  • Help organize exploration-based activities that promote wonder and curiosity
  • Contribute to literacy and early childhood math sessions
  • Lead fun games, songs, and other engaging activities
  • Work Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Develop resources and activities for future lessons during free time
  • Immerse yourself in local Tanzanian culture and community

What you get

  • Shared accommodation at the lively White House of Tanzania hostel
  • Two meals per day (breakfast and dinner)
  • Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Orientation and town tour to help you settle in
  • In-country program support throughout your stay
  • Program certificate to boost your CV
  • Access to weekend safaris and day tours 🦁
  • Wi-Fi access to stay connected with home
  • An unforgettable cultural experience in beautiful Tanzania
  • Like-minded travelers to share experiences with

Ready to go?

Your application goes directly to the employer. The contact and selection process is handled by them.