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Volunteer Teaching English in Vietnam

Volunteer Teaching in VietnamVolunteers work in schools and community centers to teach English to Vietnamese students. Volunteers teach primary and high school students and help them in improving their language skills. You can also help them in any other subject and involve the kids in different activities such as games and other extracurricular activities. The project is available in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon).
 
You will have the choice of either leading your own class or assisting a local teacher in his or her daily lessons.  Your placement is completely dependent upon your level of comfort within the classroom.  Depending upon your educational background, you may also want to teach art or help in other subject areas and activities that may be occurring at the school during you service.
 
Volunteers mainly help in improving the English speaking skills of the children and also teach them in a play way method by singing songs and dancing. You would assist local teachers and staff as well, while improving their listening and speaking skills.
 
Note: You need not be a qualified teacher to join this program
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Program Requirements

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.The minimum time commitment to join the projects is 2 weeks.
 

Project Location

The project placements are located in and around the cities of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi.  Most of the volunteer projects are located at a distance of 15-20 minutes from the accommodations and volunteers travel by either bus or bicycle depending upon the distance.

During your Free Time 

Volunteers in Hanoi can visit the old quarters and night markets during their free time. Those in Ho Chi Minh City can visit the Mekong Delta on a weekend tour. Both the cities have plenty to offer for the tourists.
 

What we provide

Airport Receive/ Transfer: Volunteers are picked up from the International Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Vietnam will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand. Volunteers need to arrive on the 1st or 3rd Wednesday of the month. 
 
Orientation: All volunteers are given an orientation by the local staff in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city. Areas like culture, greetings, locations, transportation, safety and volunteer placements are given during the orientation.Volunteers need to arrive on the Wednesday. Orientation is given on Thursday while Friday is for visit to project and orientation about the project. On Saturday, all volunteers are given a city tour.
 
Lodging: Volunteers are provided with accommodations in a volunteer’s home along with other volunteers in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Accommodation is shared with other volunteers and the homes have got modern facilities available such as Wireless Internet, TV Fridge, Washing Machine etc. The accommodations are located in safe and secure neighborhoods and within walking distance there is access to supermarkets, shops and restaurants. In both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city there are different volunteer homes where dormitory style accommodation is provided to the volunteers.
 
Food: Volunteers are provided with two cooked meals a day (lunch and dinner). Breakfast will be self service with all materials provided such as bread, jam, butter, noodles etc. Meals consist of Rice , noodles, soups, chicken , meats , vegetables etc. Vietnam cuisine is influenced from different Asian countries such as Thailand, China and Cambodia.
 
Insurance: Volunteers have the option to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance at a nominal extra cost from Volunteering Solutions. To buy insurance from Volunteering Solutions, please click here
 
In – Country travel assistance: Volunteers are assisted by the local staff and coordinators for any kind of assistance they need for their travel arrangements. The local staff and coordinators will be happy to assist you in making travel arrangements to different areas in Vietnam.
 
In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country.
 
Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, Immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc.
 
 

Start Date

Projects start on every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month all year round. Volunteers need to arrive on the Wednesday. Orientation is given on Thursday while Friday is for visit to project and orientation about the project.  
 
Note: The program is not available to start during the Tet Festival (Vietnamese New Year) which usually happens late January to Middle February each year.
 

Program Costs

Volunteering Solutions strives hard to keep costs low and offers one of the most affordable volunteer abroad programs. Compare our prices and services to other organizations and you would be surprised to see the difference.
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$500$610$720$830$940$1050$1160$100
Please Note: -An application fee of $200 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.
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£350£427£504£581£658£735£812£70
Please Note: -An application fee of £140 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.
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€400€488€576€664€752€840€928€80
Please Note: -An application fee of €160 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.

    What are you Paying For ?

    • 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
    • Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
    • Airport Pickup
    • Orientation and City Tour
    • Food 
    • Accommodation in Volunteer house
    • Local coordinators support
    • Travel and Medical Insurance(Available at an extra cost)

    What's NOT Included ?

    • Airfare
    • Visa fee
    • Vaccinations
    • Local Transportation
    • Any personal expenses

What are the Program locations in Vietnam?

Volunteering Solutions offers programs in the capital city of Hanoi as well as Ho Chi Minh City.

Does Volunteering Solutions help with Visa?

Receiving a tourist visa for tourism purpose is the volunteer's responsibility. Volunteering Solutions strongly recommends all volunteers to apply and get a tourist visa before departing for Vietnam. If needed, Volunteering Solutions do provide with written document which would help volunteers in getting the Visa.

When should I apply for the volunteer programs in Cambodia?

We are able to offer placements from any Monday of each month year round. Because of the increasing volume of applications, participants are requested to apply in advance to secure their spots.

How long does it take to process my application?

Once you have applied, we will send you details of your placement usually within 7-10 working days.

When do I need to arrive in Vietnam for my program? What will happen once I arrive in Vietnam?

All volunteers need to arrive one day before their program start date. Volunteers are picked up from the Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh International Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Vietnam will be picked up from the bus station or at a meeting point decided beforehand.

How do I get to the program location?

Your country coordinator will take you to your placement and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program/city/culture etc.

I want to know more about accommodation arrangements?

We provide you with accommodation from your start date to the end of the program. Accommodation will either be in the volunteer’s home or with a host family. Accommodation is shared along with other volunteers. You need to bring your own toiletries , mosquito net and sleeping bag.

Are there any necessary requirements to participate in the Vietnam-based volunteer programs?

The only qualifications are: -
 
-- Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program
-- Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.
-- The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.
-- Be in good health.

What immunizations/vaccinations will I need?

We recommend you speak to your doctor before coming. The following are recommended vaccinations: - 

  1. Tetanus and Diphtheria
  2. Hepatitis A and B
  3. Typhoid

Are there more expenses once I arrive in Vietnam?

Your program fee covers you for food, accommodation, airport pick up, Orientation, Pre departure information and in country staff support. You will need to cover yourself for your personal expenses, such as traveling, telephone, internet, shopping, sightseeing etc. Traveling within Vietnam is cheap; however, you should carry around $40 - 50 per week for your basic personal expenses, such as water, local transport, phone etc.

Is there phone and internet available on projects?

Yes there is usually a phone at every placement we provide. However you will have to use Internet café’s to use Internet. It is strongly recommended that you carry a mobile phone while travelling to Vietnam. You can get international roaming or can simply buy a local sim-card from the airport when you arrive.

What hours will I volunteer every day?

Volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program. You will have weekend off so you can go to travel on weekends. However some organizations will need you to work on some Saturdays as well.

Where can I change my money in Vietnam? Are there ATM’s in Vietnam?

You can change money in any bank or at the airport by showing your passport. There are ATM's located all around the city (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh).

Can couples or families join the volunteer program?

Yes, couples and families are welcome to join our programs. We make special provisions for families joining our volunteering programs; we will be able to provide them with program placements and accommodations together.

What will be the food arrangement?

The host family provides two or three meals per day. Depending on your host family you will be provided with two or three meals a day. Lunch and dinner will be rice, a bowl of soup, fried meat (chicken, beef. pork or fish) and a lot of vegetables. Vietnamese food is light and healthy and is not very spicy and hot.

Do I need to buy health insurance?

Volunteers have the option to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance at a nominal extra cost from Volunteering Solutions. To buy insurance from Volunteering Solutions, please click here

What sorts of clothes are required for Vietnam?

Lightweight clothing and rainwear is recommended as well as warmer clothing for the evenings (light jacket and/or light sweaters). A pair of walking shoes is highly recommended as well.

Do you recommend any cheap airlines flying into Vietnam?

Cheap airline flying into Vietnam is: -
 
Air Asia, which connects through major Asian airports or Australia or United Kingdom. People coming from USA or Canada can visit, http://www.kayak.com, http://www.orbitz.com

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