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Teach Junior High students (12–19 years : Grade 7 - 9) creative arts and sports, using local materials like plastic waste for art. Assist with lessons, lead activities, and document experiences through writing or social media. Classes run weekdays from 8am–3pm, leaving afternoons free. You'll work with a local teacher and help foster creativity, confidence, and sustainability in underserved communities.
20 hours of help per week
Social Media: Maintain and update social media channels.
Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Amount: US$ 50 Per day
Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities and Donation to project
Description: Volunteers contribute $50 per day ($350 per week) to cover shared accommodation, two meals daily (breakfast and dinner), airport pickup and drop-off, pre-departure information pack, in-country orientation and project briefing, dedicated in-country coordinator support throughout your stay, 24/7 in-country support, utility bills and administrative costs, a SIM card for internet and local calls, a donation toward MKF project materials and community
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
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.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English
Between 19 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
As a volunteer in this unique education-focused program, you’ll work alongside local teachers in Junior High Schools across selected rural and urban communities in Ghana, directly engaging with students aged 12 to 19. Your role is to inspire creativity, confidence, and critical thinking by supporting teaching in areas like creative arts, basic design, sports, and environmental awareness.
You’ll co-develop lesson plans that blend artistic expression with hands-on learning, encouraging students to turn everyday materials—such as plastic waste, fabric scraps, or cardboard—into art, storytelling, or functional items. This approach fosters not only sustainability but also innovation and pride in local culture. You’ll also help facilitate sports and recreational activities that promote teamwork and physical wellness.
Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to document your experience through photography, short blog posts, or social media content that highlights your journey, the school community, and the creative projects students are working on. This supports our broader goal of raising awareness and building educational equity through global storytelling.
We provide guidance through a dedicated local teacher or program coordinator, ensuring you're supported as you adapt to the classroom environment and cultural context. Whether you're leading a classroom session, assisting in small group activities, or mentoring students informally during breaks, your impact will be felt.
Above all, we value passion, creativity, humility, and a willingness to learn from the community. You don’t need to be a certified teacher—just bring your curiosity, positivity, and a heart for youth development and intercultural exchange.
What Happens On A Typical School Day
On a typical school day students start reporting to school as early as 6:30am, they keep trooping in till 7:30am when morning assembly is called. During morning assembly announcements are made concerning any upcoming program for the day. By 7:50am assembly is over and students march to their classrooms. School lessons start at 8:00am.
Typical day
06:45 – 07:30am – Volunteer should leave home for school.
07:30am – Morning Assembly
08:00am – School Starts
10:30am – 11:00am – Morning Break
12:30pm – 01:00pm – Lunch Break
03:00pm – School Closes
03:30pm – Leave school for home.
Please note this an example of a schedule. Times vary on different schools and term time. After school, volunteers are free to go shopping in the local markets, return to the volunteer house or visit the local swimming pools.
Volunteer Free Time
During weekends, holidays, and after project hours, volunteers have the opportunity to explore the rich culture, natural beauty, and exciting attractions that Ghana has to offer. Whether you prefer adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, there’s something for everyone!
Travel and Excursions: Our partnership with Freelance Nana Travels, one of Ghana’s top travel companies, makes it easy for volunteers to arrange exciting trips to various destinations across the country.
- Respect school rules, staff, and the community
- Maintain a positive, flexible, and open-minded attitude
- Dress modestly and appropriately for school settings
- Participation in all scheduled sessions is expected unless agreed upon
- Prior teaching experience is not required, but passion and creativity are essential
- Volunteers are encouraged to bring materials or project ideas, but it's not mandatory
