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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.