Teaching Volunteer Program in Mwanza, Tanzania
Join FIGY Travel's teaching program in Mwanza, Tanzania and make a meaningful difference in the education of children in need. Our teaching program provides an opportunity for volunteers to assist in local schools, where classes are often large and understaffed. As a volunteer, you'll gain valuable teaching experience by leading classes of helping local teachers with lessons in a variety of subjects. You may also have the chance to work in a school for students with disabilities, who need additional support to succeed.
Highlights
- 6 week program (editable in consultation)
- Affordable fees from € 343 per week
- Includes accommodation, meals, airport pickup, listed activities, 24/7 support and more.
- Organize fun and educational activities for children.
- Stay in our beautiful lodges at Mwanza Lake view Farm, set on the shores of Lake Victoria.
- Amazing add-ons available, including Safari, Mount Kilimanjaro and Maasai village tours & the option to unwind and bring your volunteer journey to a close with a visit to the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
- Age: 18+
This program is ideal for:
Energetic volunteers who are looking to assist with basic education and child care for young children. No prior child care/teaching experience necessary.
What to expect and your impact
In Mwanza's low-income communities, daycare and kindergarten facilities are bustling environments where many families rely on for childcare while they are at work. By volunteering, individuals can lighten the workload of local staff and enhance the care provided to preschoolers.
As a volunteer in childcare, you'll support underfunded and under-resourced schools and kindergartens. Your role includes:
• Assisting in teaching
• Caring for children
• Organizing games and activities
• Assisting with feeding and mealtimes
• Engaging with children, and
• Performing other duties as needed
As a volunteer, you're allowed to bring educational materials like books and pencils, basic first aid supplies, and musical instruments to support activities and entertain the children. These items can usually be purchased locally in Tanzania, contributing to the local economy.
*And if you are interested, you can also start a personal fundraising campaign for the project you are working at!
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Contributes to United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal #4: Quality Education
More than half of all children and teens do not meet minimum proficiency standards in reading and mathematics. Quality education provides an opportunity to learn and grow in a safe environment and is key to preventing poverty, securing long-term employment and improving quality of life.
Why be a teaching volunteer with FIGY Travel Foundation?
By volunteering with children in Tanzania, you'll not only make a positive impact on their education, but you'll also benefit personally and professionally by:
• Independent teaching and/or assisting the head teachers
• Contributing to childhood education in underprivileged areas
• Providing children with a safe environment to learn life skills
• Gaining hands-on experience in childcare
• Become part of FIGY Travel's volunteer family and be part of something bigger.
• Personal development and growing
• Being immersed in the Tanzanian culture
• Exploring Africa's breathtaking wildlife
Requirements to be a Volunteer
• You must be a minimum of 18 years old
• All volunteers must either present FIGY Travel Foundation with a clear criminal background check (or "VOG") before departing
• Adequate (travel) insurance coverage is mandatory for all FIGY volunteers
• Proficiency in English is expected of all volunteers
• Recommended travel vaccinations (Hepatitis A, DTP, Yellow Fever). Please check with your local government.
Are you eligible to volunteer?
Submit a free application so we can confirm your eligibility and check availability for your preferred dates!
Tanzania photo gallery
A newly renovated classroom in a primary school
Making baloons with one of our volunteers
One of our volunteers at a local school
One of our volunteers with her two pupils
Our founder Sylvian in a classroom of a local school
Our volunteers and lovely staff at the Mwanza Lake View Farm restaurant
Our volunteers & founder Gabriel visiting a local school
Students with a couple of our visiting sponsors
A group of volunteers with local staff during a safari trip
Snapshot of FIGY volunteers with safari guide Matthew in the Serengeti
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"My trip to Tanzania was one of my best experiences in my life. The people that work on the project, the lodge and it's surroundings are wonderful and they make sure that everything is perfect and volunteers feel safe all the time. The project itself is a life changing experience, surround by love, smiles and gratefulness. I recommend this to everyone, age doesn't matter, you just need to want it."
Accomodation - Mwanza Lake View Farm
Mwanza Lake View Farm ("MLVF") is our own eco lodge on the beach – 20 kilometers from the center of Mwanza – and with beautiful views over Lake Victoria and Saanane National Park
Mwanza Lake view Farm offers the following facilities:
- Spacious rooms
- Comfortable bed
- Ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet
- Cleaning service
- Mosquito net
- Lake view
- Wifi (extra GB for a fee)
- Porch, Beach chairs, Parasols
- Restaurant & lounge bar
- Laundry service
- Bikes
- Swimming pool (coming soon)
Pricing
Duration
1 week
2 weeks
4 weeks
6 weeks
8 weeks
10 weeks
12 weeks
Program Fee
€ 343
€ 686
€ 1.344
€ 1.974
€ 2.576
€ 3.150
€ 3.780
Per day
€ 49/day
€ 49/day
€ 48/day
€ 47/day
€ 46/day
€ 45/day
€ 45/day
Included in the price
- 3 nice meals per day
- Accommodation
+ all MLVF facilities - Transport from and to
Mwanza Airport - Wi-fi
- 24/7 in-country support
- Room cleaning
- Laundry service
- Bikes
- Particular add-ons /
activities
Excluded in the price
- Flight ticket
- VISA costs
- Vaccination(s)
- Malaria Medication
- Tips or souvenirs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Taxi service/public transport
- Personal guides
- Add-ons such as Safari / Zanzibar (with exception of optional activities mentioned)
Example volunteer schedule
First day
Kick-start your volunteer journey with a warm welcome from our local staff, who will escort you to the project and introduce you to the team.
Weekdays
A Typical Volunteer Day:
7:30 AM- Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the restaurant of Mwanza Lake View Farm.
8:30 AM - Commute to your placement and get ready for a day of impactful work. Schedules vary depending on the xchool and placement.
12:30 PM- Enjoy a well-deserved lunch break. Take the time to head back to Mwanza Lake View Farm. Relax or do some sightseeing, and prepare for the next day.
19:30 PM - Wrap up your day with a delicious dinner at the Mwanza Lake View Farm restaurant, before heading off to bed.
Weekends
For animal lovers, Tanzania is the ultimate destination. When you're not volunteering, immerse yourself in the beauty of the African wilderness and discover the Big 5 - lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos - and countless other species that call Tanzania their home.
In Mwanza, the adventure continues! Explore local markets, museums, and workshops, where you can learn to make a traditional chair. Take a scenic boat tour, visit Juma Island, marvel at the massive Big Rock or Bismark Rock, witness the production process at a Kitenge factory, or delve into the history of the gold mines. Endless possibilities await you in Mwanza."
How to get started
Your Journey to Volunteering in Tanzania: 4 Easy Steps
Step 1) Submit Your Application: Fill out our online application form with all the necessary details.
Step 2) Connect with Us: Schedule a quick video meeting with a member of our team.
Step 3) Plan Your Trip: Pay for your program, get vaccinated, secure your visa, and book your flights.
Step 4) Get Ready to Make a Difference: We'll support you every step of the way as you embark on your volunteer journey in Tanzania.
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