Teaching English at Temple Schools

As a volunteer, you will assist local teachers in teaching conversational English to primary school children (ages 4–12).

Roles include:

• (Age) Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Those under 18 may apply if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Supporting classroom activities and games in English.
• Leading simple lessons using the provided materials.
• Helping students practice speaking through songs, storytelling, and creative activities.
• Preparing and reviewing lesson plans with the local teaching team.
• Organising English corners, art projects, or cultural sharing days.

Time commitment: ~4-6 hours/day, Monday to Friday.
 Minimum stay: 2 weeks | Maximum stay: 3 months.

• Improve English Confidence Among Children:
  Help students become more comfortable speaking English, boosting their confidence in classrooms and future opportunities.
• Support Schools With Limited Resources:
  Fill crucial gaps where rural temple schools often lack English teachers, ensuring students receive consistent language exposure.
• Promote Holistic Child Development:
  Through creative lessons, songs, and storytelling, you help nurture curiosity, emotional growth, and self-expression.
• Encourage Cross-Cultural Understanding:
  Students learn from your cultural background, broadening their worldview and fostering openness and inclusivity.

• Minimum age: 18 years
  
• Fluent in English communication ability
  
• Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable
  
• Respectful of Thai culture and temple environments
  
• Must have travel/health insurance
• Background check (for child protection)

San Pa Tong District, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Located 30 minutes south of Chiang Mai city, surrounded by rice fields, small temples, and warm local communities.

• Pick-up: We can help arrange an airport pick-up (local taxi 150–300 THB).
• Orientation: Conducted on the first day at the accommodation with the program advisor, followed by a school introduction with local teachers.

Duration: from a minimum of 1 week to maximum of 12 weeks.

Volunteer Hours: up to 3-6 hours per day

• Cultural briefing and teaching guidance on arrival.
• Lesson-planning resources and materials provided.
• Ongoing local support from the Learning Centre coordinators.

You’ll be at local schools 5 days/week, assisting English classes 2-4 hours per day. You’re also responsible for preparing the classes with our program advisor (KP). The schedule varies each week; if no classes, you’re allowed to leave school at your own time. Evenings and weekends are free.

• 8–10 high-resolution photos (kids, school, volunteers teaching, local temple, accommodation).
• 1 short 30–60 sec video clip (class or volunteer life).
• Program logo (NomadTurtle & Yuwa Center).

San Pa Tong District, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Located 30 minutes south of Chiang Mai city, surrounded by rice fields, small temples, and warm local communities.

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