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Volunteers working in a 4th-grade classroom will collaborate closely with the main teacher to support student learning and classroom activities. Volunteers will assist with small group instruction, help students with individual tasks, and provide one-on-one support as needed. They will engage students in hands-on activities, reinforce lessons, and help maintain a positive and focused classroom environment. Volunteers will also assist with adminis
18 hours of help per week
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
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Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
3 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.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Fluent English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
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Program Description: 4th Grade Volunteer Support Program
The 4th Grade Volunteer Support Program is designed to provide additional educational support in the classroom by pairing volunteers with the main teacher to enhance the learning experience of students. This program offers volunteers the opportunity to engage directly with young learners and contribute to their academic growth while gaining hands-on experience in a classroom setting.
Program Goals:
To support the 4th-grade teacher in providing a well-rounded education to students.
To offer individualized attention to students who may need extra help in specific subjects such as math, reading, and writing.
To create a positive and engaging learning environment where all students can thrive.
To provide volunteers with valuable experience in teaching, classroom management, and education.
NOTE: Volunteers are kindly encouraged to contribute a 100€ donation to support our local school project in Busumbala, The Gambia.
⚠️ This donation is NOT mandatory.
Volunteers are still very welcome to join and participate in the program even if they are not able to contribute financially.
How the Donation Works
• The donation is not given in cash to the organization.
• Instead, volunteers personally use the money to purchase school supplies (such as notebooks, pens, textbooks, learning materials, etc.).
• The supplies are bought from local school stores in The Gambia.
• The process is done together with:
• One volunteer representative
• A teacher from the school
This ensures full transparency and allows volunteers to directly see how their contribution supports the children and the school community.
Volunteer Activities and Shift Schedule (4th Grade Classroom)
Shift Hours:
Days: Monday to Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Daily Activities:
Assisting with Morning Lessons (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM):
Support the teacher during whole-class instruction.
Help students with reading, writing, math, and science activities.
Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students who need additional help.
Small Group Instruction and Guided Practice (11:30 AM - 12:15 PM):
Work with students in small groups on specific tasks (e.g., math problems, reading comprehension, or writing exercises).
Reinforce lessons taught by the teacher, using different approaches to meet diverse learning needs.
Lunch Break (12:15 PM - 12:45 PM):
Volunteers will have a 30-minute lunch break. During this time, volunteers are encouraged to relax and recharge.
Afternoon Activities (12:45 PM - 1:45 PM):
