Volunteer Masai Teaching Program in Kenya
Volunteering Solutions offers a unique opportunity to teach in Masai Community Schools in Kenya. Teaching in the Masai Areas is a unique experience in itself. Volunteers work in community schools and teach subjects such as English, Maths, General knowledge, Geography and Sciences. The schools in Kenya are open for the following months/terms – January –March, May-July and Sep – Nov. During the breaks in between volunteers teach children in the extra classes and tutorials.
All the volunteers joining this program live with the Masai host families where they learn the traditional way of living and Masai culture.
During the free time and on weekends, volunteers can travel to the volunteer’s home in Nairobi and meet with other volunteers to make travel plans and go on Safaris.
All the volunteers joining this program live with the Masai host families where they learn the traditional way of living and Masai culture.
During the free time and on weekends, volunteers can travel to the volunteer’s home in Nairobi and meet with other volunteers to make travel plans and go on Safaris.
| Program Information |
Program Requirements Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers do not need to be a qualified teacher to join this program. You need to be completely fit, healthy and prepared to live in a rural environment. Project Location Volunteer Projects are located in the Masai Villages of Kimuka and Olosho Oibor which are located at a distance of 18 kilometers from NGong town. NGong is a 40 minute drive from Nairobi. Volunteers travel to NGong to get access to ATM’s, internet café and for grocery shopping. During the weekends, Volunteers can travel to the volunteer’s home in Nairobi and stay there (if space available) You get to meet with other volunteers to make travel plans and go on Safaris. |
| What we provide |
Airport Receive/ Transfer: You will be met by our representative at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi from where you are transferred to the accommodations in Nairobi itself.Volunteers who will be already in Kenya or arriving overland would need to give us their contact details so that the pickup can be arranged from a specific location.
Orientation: A half day orientation will be provided by our staff. Areas like culture, safety, locations, transportation are covered in the Orientation.After your orientation is over, you will be taken to the project location in Masai land. Lodging: Volunteer Accommodations are provided with a local Masai host family. By staying in a family you will get to know their customs , traditions , way of living , food etc. Volunteers should note that the living conditions are basic with no running water or electricity. Some of the homes have got solar panels installed for electricity. Volunteers need to carry a sleeping bag with them. Food: 3 meals will be provided in this project depending on accommodation type.Typical meals include Ugali, Chapatti, Chai ( Tea) , Bread and rice with vegetables. Volunteers can buy large bottles of bottled water in Nairobi and in NGong on weekends or before joining the project. Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive travel and medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. To view a copy of the Insurance Coverage provided, please click here 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
During their free time volunteers just relax or choose to go to Nairobi on the weekends. Volunteers can visit the volunteer’s home in Nairobi and stay there on the weekends (if space available). During the long weekends volunteers prefer to travel and explore different areas. |
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Start Dates Volunteers can begin their project placement on any Monday of the month. Project duration varies from one week to six months. Program Costs Volunteering Solutions strives hard to keep costs low and offer you the lowest prices with professional services to volunteer abroad. Compare our prices and services to other organizations and you would be surprised to see the difference. |
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Program Fee Kenya Volunteer Program - ( Prices in Pound )
Please note: An application fee of £130 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.
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What are you Paying For ? » 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff » Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information » Airport Pickup » Orientation » Food » Accommodation » Travel & Medical Insurance What's NOT Included ? » Airfare » Visa and Visa extension fee » Airport drop, airport taxes »Local Transportation » Any personal expenses (You would need around $40-$50 for weekly expenses) |