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Join Hope of Glory Junior School in Kyamagwa-Mafubira, Jinja City, Uganda. Volunteers assist with teaching, reading, games, arts, sports, and mentoring children while supporting simple school activities.
We expect 4–5 hours of help per day, 5 days a week. Be kind, respectful, flexible, and willing to work as part of our team. Your time will help create a safe, joyful learning environment and a brighter future for our children.
25 hours of help per week
Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
At Hope of Glory Junior School in Kyamagwa-Mafubira, Jinja City, Uganda, we welcome volunteers who are passionate about education, community service, and making a positive impact in children's lives. Volunteers support classroom teaching, English practice, reading, creative arts, music, sports, computer skills (if applicable), and mentoring. They may also assist with organizing school activities, maintaining a clean learning environment, gardening, and participating in community outreach.
We ask volunteers to contribute approximately 4–5 hours per day, 5 days a week. No professional teaching experience is required—enthusiasm, patience, respect, and a willingness to learn are what matter most. We encourage volunteers to share their unique skills and ideas.
In return, we provide a welcoming and supportive environment where volunteers become part of our school family. You will experience authentic Ugandan culture, build meaningful relationships with our staff and students, and see the direct impact of your contribution. We value teamwork, cultural exchange, honesty, and mutual respect, and we strive to ensure every volunteer has a rewarding and memorable experience.
Activities
- Teach or assist in Nursery and primary school classes
- Help children practice English reading and writing
- Organize educational games, arts, music, and sports
- Mentor and encourage students
- Assist with homework and after-school activities
- Support school events and community outreach
- Help maintain clean and organized classrooms
- Assist with gardening and simple school projects when needed
Shift
Volunteers work 4–5 hours per day, 5 days a week, usually Monday to Friday. Shifts are flexible and typically run in the morning or afternoon, with weekends free unless there is a special school or community event.
To ensure a positive experience for everyone, we ask volunteers to:
- Treat all children, staff, and community members with kindness and respect.
- Be punctual, responsible, and communicate if you will be late or absent.
- Avoid alcohol, illegal drugs, and smoking on school premises.
- Dress modestly and appropriately while at the school.
- Respect local culture, customs, and religious beliefs.
- Ask permission before taking or sharing photos of children.
- Help keep shared spaces clean and organized.
- Work as part of the team with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Follow child safeguarding and safety guidelines at all times.
