Description:
At this small pre-school, the staff is very friendly and welcoming to new volunteers. Offering everything from basic learning to fun activities for the young children, the pre-school holds the well-rounded development of each child as central to their mission. Working on limited resources, the school's four teachers are in need of lots of help.
Volunteers are needed to teach, organize recreational activities and games for the children, sing and dance, arts projects, and assist in the classroom. Volunteers are encouraged to be creative and develop own ideas.
The pre-school is located in Allada, about 30 miles from Cotonou. All volunteers will be taken to a host family upon arrival and participate in a three day orientation to Beninois culture and their project.
This volunteer project an unmatched opportunity to get to know the country and its people on a personal level, and contribute to programs that are making a real difference in the lives of the young children it serves. You will work side by side with Beninois on this locally designed and run project. You will stay with a carefully screened and welcoming host family, giving you insight into daily life in Benin.
Our staff in the US are experienced volunteers themselves who are happy to share their experiences and expertise with prospective volunteers. Our partner staff in Benin are friendly, caring and dedicated to ensuring that all volunteers have a rewarding experience. You will be met upon arrival will receive a three day orientation.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Experience or education in counseling, teaching and/or childcare is helpful, but not required. An intermediate level of French is required. French lessons are available prior to the volunteer project for an additional fee.
Language:
French
Cost in US$: Cost for a two week program starts at $1,490
Cost Includes:
Food,
Housing,
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support,
Medical insurance,
Medical services,
Pre-departure orientation/Training,
Registration fees,
Written materials abroad
and Written materials pre-departure
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
childcare/children,
primary education
and teaching
Typical Volunteer: CCI volunteers are flexible and caring travelers who want to have a positive impact on the places and people they visit.
Age Range: 18 and over
This Program is open to
American
and Canadian
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to Benin
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Or
in Groups
Application Process Involves:
Center for Cultural Interchange's Mission Statement: Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Based in Chicago, Illinois, CCI organizes cultural exchange programs for participants of all ages, including high school abroad, independent homestay, internship, language study, eco-tours and volunteer programs in over thirty countries around the world.
Year Founded: 1985