TEACHING VOLUNTEERS APPLICATION FORM

Volunteer Network currently has volunteer teaching opportunities through our partner organization in Ghana. The Ghanaian's are globally renowned for their friendliness and have always heartily welcomed volunteers as part of the family. Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in the development of Ghana's young people. This will give you a chance to make an important contribution to Ghana and while doing so gain an in depth experience of the country and its culture, which will stay with you the rest of your life.  

:: The Program

The volunteer teaching opportunities are available in Primary, Secondary and Technical schools all over Ghana. However we can arrange for you to teach in a pre-school or tertiary institution if that is your preference.

Some of the relevant subjects are: English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Fine Arts, Textiles and Printing, Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Technical Drawing, Wood Work, Metal Work, Electronics, Motor Vehicle Studies, Construction Studies, Computer Studies and Secretarial Studies etc.  

You don't have to be a certified teacher to be a volunteer-teacher  

 

If you have one or more years of college education in any particular subject area(s), you qualify to teach on those subjects at the secondary, technical or vocational level. If you have a High School qualification, you will be able to teach many subjects at the primary level.  

Program Area

Participating schools can be found in : Nkawkaw-kwahu , the mountainous town very cool place and it villages in the easterning regions of the country.  

: Program Schedule

Service Periods for Volunteer-Teachers: Due to the school calendar in Ghana, we can place volunteers during the following periods in the year:

(a) 15th January to 26th April  

 

(b) 15th May to 15th August  

 

(c) 15th September to 15th December

Volunteers can stay from a period of one week to six months. Your stay can be extended beyond six months on a case-by-case basis (depending upon the school's requirement).  

:: Program Cost

The cost of the program is as follows:

Youth employment foundation Ghana Volunteer Network - Application Fee: US $200.00 Dollars. The application fee covers administration, marketing, program information, communication and direct support of our partner in Ghana. (This fee is paid to us before you leave for Ghana).

Ghana Program Fee

·         Cost for 1 month will be US $200.00.

·         Cost for 6 weeks will be US $250.00.

·         Cost for 2 months will be US $300.00.

·         Cost for 3 months will be US $350.00.

·         Cost for 4 months will be US $400.00.

·         Cost for 5 months will be US $450.00.

·         Cost for 6 months will be US $550.00.

The program fee covers administrative charge, airport pickup, first nights accommodation in Accra, transport to placement, accommodation and meals during placement, and supervision. (This fee is paid directly to our partner organization when you arrive in Ghana).

You will need a weekly budget of up to US$30 to cater for all your other expenses like bottled water, lunch, personal costs, beverages and entertainment.

The other costs you will need to meet are:

Your flights, visa, shots, travel insurance, departure tax and your bus trip back to the airport.  

:: Frequently Asked Questions

You can ask any question you want concerning your trip to Ghana.  

 

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:: Application Process

All, applicants will be notified by email as to whether their application has been successful.  

1) Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form below. Upon receipt of the form we will assess your suitability for the program.  

2) Contact You: If you are successful we will then email you a letter of acceptance.  

3) Decision Point: Once you have read through the letter of acceptance and we have answered any questions or concerns that you might have, it is time to pay your Application form to secure your place on the program. Please note that we will refund your application fee in full if you decide not to go.  

4) Confirmation: Once the application fee is paid, our volunteer partner will contact you to ensure everything is organized. We will also send you the link to our 4 page program guide who covers topics such as: country information, travel links, visa application process, fundraising ideas and much more!  

5) Communication & Support: Throughout your volunteer placement we will communicate with you to see how you are progressing and discuss any issues.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT& AGED WELFARE FOUNDATION

BOX.SD94 STADIUM,ACCRA

GHANA

TELE:+233-27-743-7102

FAX:+233-21-688133/253348

Work camp Application Form

I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R P R I N T I N G A N D S E N D I N G T H E A P P L I C A T I O N

Please print out the application found below. Either print out the entire page, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT &AGED WELFARE FOUNDATION via post or fax to the address at the bottom of the form.

DON'T WORRY ABOUT LESS THAN PERFECT PRINTING RESULTS!!

1. Name _________________________________________________________________________________

Present Address _________________________ Permanent Address _________________________________

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Telephone ______________________________

Telephone ________________________________________

Dates at this address _____________________

E-mail address ______________________________________________________

2. Date of Birth ____________________________

Place of Birth _____________________________________

Nationality ______________________________

Passport # _______________________________________

Occupation _______________________________

3. Emergency Contact: Name _________________________________________________

Address and Telephone _____________________________________________________

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4. Languages: Speak Well _____________________________________________________

Speak some ______________________________________________________

Understand ______________________________________________________

5. Special Health/Other Needs ______________________________________________________

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6. Past Volunteer Experiences (indicate the country, year, and type of work)

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7. General skills

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8. Workcamp Choices, ranked in order of preference:

9. Types of projects most preferred (number top four choices according to preference)

·         ___ Teaching

·         Service-learning -projects.

 
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·         Poultry farming projects.

 .    Farming

10. Please describe briefly why you wish to take part in a volunteer project:

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I accept the conditions of participation according to the program of this organization

Signature _________________________________

Date ____________________________________________

This completed form should be sent to:

KENNETH OBENG ERIC

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT & AGED WELFAREFOUNDATION

BOX. 8171 ACCRA-NORTH

GHANA

Or by fax to: +233-21-253348/688133