Collaborative Schools Network, Nepal – Support as Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) Coordinator

Strengthening public education in Nepal through enhanced Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs), creative learning, teacher support, community engagement, and holistic student development. The program focuses on:

• Improving English language environments in schools
• Promoting creativity, leadership, teamwork, and confidence among students
• Supporting teachers through classroom assistance and activity planning
• Encouraging community awareness on education, child rights, and sustainability

As an Extra-Curricular Activities Coordinator, volunteers will:

• Support schools in planning and implementing ECAs.
• Assist teachers in classrooms with classes from the likes of English, Maths, Science, etc. subjects.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate workshops (based on skills) on:
  • English language support
  • First aid
  • Financial literacy
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Climate awareness and green projects
• Help design and organize:
  • Health camps
  • Community awareness programs
• Coordinate with the assigned school focal person
• Report progress and challenges to the on-site coordinator
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the designated focal person assigned at each school
• Respect local and institutional norms
• Facilitate the project in collaboration with the school leadership
• Communicate the progress and support required

• 3–6 hours per day based on the staff members’ needs
• Some mornings can look like classroom support or ECA planning
• Some afternoons can look like delegating activity implementation, workshops, or community engagement

• Volunteers work under:
  • School leadership
  • CSN focal persons
  • On-site program coordinator
  • Strong emphasis on collaboration and respect for school systems

 Nepal – Kathmandu Valley & Abukhaireni District (2–3 hours from Kathmandu), location chosen based on the volunteer’s interests and the school’s needs

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Language: Conversational English (no tests required)
• Physical demands: Light to moderate (standing, moving between classrooms, outdoor activities)
• Preferred but not required qualifications:
  • Experience in education, youth work, or community programs
  • Interest in child development, teaching, or social impact
  • Awareness of child rights and safety policies

Volunteers contribute to:

• Improved English-speaking environment in schools
• Increased awareness in parents/locals
• Awareness of accountability, especially among students and parents, towards nature, community, and schools
• Enhanced skill set across the students, teachers, and community members.
• Increased student attendance and participation
• Improved soft skills in students

• Strengthened public school systems
• Sustainable ECA frameworks, schools can continue after volunteers leave
• Community empowerment through education