English Teaching Volunteer in China - Beijing

Trip Highlights

The Teaching Volunteer Program in China, Beijing is dedicated to children from poor immigrant families working in the city
Volunteer to teach English to these students and help them pursue a better future
Focus on teaching conversational English and basic grammar amongst other subjects such as Chinese, Mathematics, and Physical Education
Volunteer Work is facilitated in local schools/training centers and assist trainers and teachers
Support for students to pick up advanced careers, with improved English skills
Weekends are free to the country and take weekend trips

Overview

The Teaching Volunteer Program in China, Beijing is dedicated to children from poor immigrant families working in the city. The placement is a primary school that has limited resources and depends a lot on skilled volunteers for support. Due to limited resources, the school authorities cannot afford to employ good English speaking teachers. Volunteers play a key role here by teaching English to the kids in the school.

The children in the school are taught English, Chinese, Mathematics, Physical Education and other activities. Volunteering as an English teacher in China - Beijing will give you a whole new perspective of this incredible country. Volunteers working in the Teaching Program do not need to be a qualified teacher, and should only have the desire to help and make a difference to the project.

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteer Work Schedule

Living

Volunteering Solutions ensures that all our international volunteers are provided the utmost comfort so that they can have a home away from home experience while working with us. We ensure that your stay, meals and other personal requirements are looked after well.

Airport Transfer

Volunteers are picked up from the Beijing Capital International Airport by the local coordinator or representative arranged by the coordinator. Pickup will be provided between 8am - 5pm only.

Accommodation

Volunteers are provided accommodation in a youth hostel within the heart of Beijing. Featuring a terrace, a restaurant and a bar with a pool table, the hostel is within walking distance of Beijing Shifan and Youdian University. It is a 10-minute walk from Jishuitan Metro Station and 3.2 km from The Drum Tower. The Youth Hostel has free Wi-Fi available for its guests.The Youth Hostel is 4 km from Beijing Zoo and Beijing Exhibition Center. It is about 4.8 km from Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Olympics Sports Center. Participants are provided accommodation on same gender sharing dorm style rooms with attached toilets and showers.

Orientation

All volunteers are provided with an orientation by the local coordinator before starting their project work. The Orientation session covers areas like local transportation , volunteer safety , project introduction and local markets.

Meals

Meals are not included as part of the program fee and participants need to purchase their own meals. While at the project you can have meals with the local staff and children. When outside you will have the opportunity to savour the delectable Chinese cuisine and explore the different restaurants and food joints in the city.

During your Free Time

Volunteers are free on weekends and have time to explore the city and its tourist areas. Beijing has an efficient public transportation system which includes the subway , buses and taxis. The most popular tourist spots areTianamen Square, Great Wall of China (1.5 hour bus ride from the city) , Forbidden City , Temple of Heaven , National Museum, Summer Palace and Silk Market.

Dates & Cost

Program Requirements

Reviews

FAQs

FAQ's Application and Program Details

When should I apply for the volunteer programs in Beijing?

Being an international volunteer placement organization we receive applications throughout the year. Volunteers usually book in advance to avoid losing the seats. Advance booking is recommended for all volunteers. Also, we abide by the first come first serve policy.

How long will it take to process my application? Will my application be accepted?

Usually, it takes around 10-12 working days for the application to be processed and placement to be confirmed. After the application is accepted, your placement document shall be updated in your account online and you can view the information in your account. The application acceptance depends on the availability of seats in the project as well as the eligibility criteria of the program (age, skills and experience etc.).

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

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.
Participant must be in good health.

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

In Beijing, our programs start every Monday of the month (except during holidays) and volunteers need to arrive on the program start date itself. Volunteers are picked up from the Beijing International Airport by the local coordinator or representative assigned by the coordinator. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in China will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand. Please note that pick up from Beijing Airport is only provided from 8 am – 8 pm.

Flights and Visa

Does Volunteering Solutions help with Visa?

Participants need to apply for the Chinese Visa on their own. Any necessary supporting documents shall be provided by VS and enrolled participants are provided with more details as well.

Health and Safety

How safe is Beijing?

As in any large city around the world, general precautions need to be exercised by travelers. However, Beijing is a safe city and tourists do not face any problems.

What immunizations/vaccinations will I need?

Carry general medicines with you, other than that consult your doctor before flying. We recommend these basic vaccinations for your safety:
Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid

Do I need to buy health insurance?

Yes, for all participants it is mandatory to have a travel medical insurance. To provide the best option to our participants, we offer comprehensive insurance coverage in collaboration with a leading insurance provider.

Accommodation and Living

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. You will be told about the transportation from the accommodation to the placement and the best places to eat and shop as well during the briefing.

Can I know more about accommodation and food arrangements?

We provide you with accommodation from your start date to the end of the program. Volunteers are provided accommodation in a Youth hostel in Beijing. The hostel is centrally located in the heart of Beijing. Volunteers use subway trains to commute to the project placements generally. The subway station is not very far from the hostel. The hostel has a dining room and internet facility as well. Meals are not provided to the volunteers in the program. However, your coordinator will guide you on the best and reasonable restaurants to eat. Beijing, being an international city with rapid development has also lots of restaurants around the city. Chinese cuisine is one the most popular cuisines around the world and you would love to explore the different dishes and foods available in Beijing.

Would I have free time during my program? Can I do sightseeing during my program?

Typically volunteers are required to put 5-6 volunteer hours every day, 5 times a week. They get free evenings and weekends. You can utilize this time to explore the different parts of Beijing and visit locations such as Forbidden city, National Museum of China or travel to the Great Wall of China as well. It is around 1 – 1.5 hr trip from Beijing.

Are there more expenses once I arrive in Beijing?

Your program fee covers you for accommodation, airport pick up, Orientation, Pre-departure information, and in-country coordinator support. You will need to cover yourself for your food, local traveling, telephone, the internet, shopping, sightseeing etc. However, you should carry around $60 - $70 per week for your basic personal expenses.

For how many hours will I volunteer every day?

Volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program. You will have the 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 China?

You can exchange your foreign currency to Chinese Yuan at the foreign exchange counters at the airport in Beijing. There are many ATMs as well throughout the city and it is not a problem to withdraw the local currency using the ATM.

Connect with Past Volunteers

How can I connect with past Volunteering Solutions Beijing alumni as well as other former and current volunteers ?

We encourage volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to communicate with other participants.

To read alumni interviews from past participants, visit the Meet a Volunteer section on our website.

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English Teaching Volunteer in China - Beijing

Trip Highlights

Overview

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteer Work Schedule

Living

Airport Transfer

Accommodation

During your Free Time

Dates & Cost

What are you Paying for?

What's NOT included?

Program Requirements

Reviews

FAQs

FAQ's Application and Program Details

When should I apply for the volunteer programs in Beijing?

How long will it take to process my application? Will my application be accepted?

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

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

Flights and Visa

Does Volunteering Solutions help with Visa?

Health and Safety

How safe is Beijing?

What immunizations/vaccinations will I need?

Do I need to buy health insurance?

Accommodation and Living

How do I get to the program location?

Can I know more about accommodation and food arrangements?

Would I have free time during my program? Can I do sightseeing during my program?

Are there more expenses once I arrive in Beijing?

For how many hours will I volunteer every day?

Where can I change my money in China?

Connect with Past Volunteers

How can I connect with past Volunteering Solutions Beijing alumni as well as other former and current volunteers ?

Got a Question? Write to us

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English Teaching Volunteer in China - Beijing

Trip Highlights

Overview

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteer Work Schedule

Living

Airport Transfer

Accommodation

During your Free Time

Dates & Cost

What are you Paying for?

What's NOT included?

Program Requirements

Reviews

FAQs

FAQ's Application and Program Details

Flights and Visa

Health and Safety

Accommodation and Living

Connect with Past Volunteers

Got a Question? Write to us

Team Volunteering Solutions would get back to you within One working day.

Is There Something More That You'd Like To Know ?

Other Programs in China

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