Volunteer to Teach English Abroad

If you are interested in teaching English abroad we have fully supported volunteer placements. Our range of programmes offer individual or small group placements, which take you to work in communities deprived of teachers and resources. GVI staff will provide you with the necessary training and orientation, and will be there to support you during your stay.

Opportunities exist in 15 countries from two weeks to over a year. You can choose from ground breaking teaching english projects in Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and Latin America. Search below and find a program that is right for you!

Teaching English Abroad Projects

Buddist Monks in Laos

Volunteer with Buddhist Novice Monks and Local Communities in Laos

Enhance the education of novice Buddhist monks in Luang Prabang as well as other members of the local community while learning about the local culture

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Teach English to Communities in Thailand

Teach English to Communities in Krabi, Thailand

Volunteer to Teach English, explore coastal Thailand and experience cultural immersion

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Volunteer Teaching in Kenya

Volunteer Teaching in Kenya

A short term volunteering opportunity in Africa on critical community development projects

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Volunteer on Childcare projects in Costa Rica

Learn Spanish, work on childcare projects and explore Central America

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Long-Term Teaching Positions in South Africa

Long Term Volunteer Teaching Positions in Township Schools in South Africa

Teach children literacy, numeracy and basic English in a township primary school in Cape Town

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Teach at a township school in Cape Town, South Africa

Volunteer to Teach at a Township School in Cape Town, South Africa

Teach children literacy and numeracy in one-to-one sessions while exploring the best South Africa has to offer

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Teach Children in Thailand

Volunteer with Children in Thailand

Work alongside Thai teachers assisting with English language lessons in local schools

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Volunteer to Teach English in Guatemala

Volunteer with Indigenous children in communities outside Antigua on important education projects

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Volunteer to Teach English in China

Assist with English classes at Kindergardens, Primary and Secondary Schools in Mian Yang, China

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Teaching Children in Nepal

Teaching and Community Work in Nepal

Volunteer to Teach in schools and assist on community education projects in Nepal

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Asian Temple

Volunteer Explorer in Asia

Experience the diverse cultures of Thailand, India and Nepal, whilst assisting critical volunteer projects

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Southern African Explorer

Southern Africa Explorer

Explore and experience the best of Southern Africa. Volunteer on a wildlife research expedition in South Africa, assist on a desert elephant project in Namibia and volunteer in an orphanage near Cape Town

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Indian Child

Volunteer Work with Tribal Communities in India

Teach tribal children, explore Rajasthan and enjoy Indian culture

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Boats Ghana

Volunteer in Ghana

Live and teach in a rural community in coastal Ghana

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GVI Swaziland Teaching English and Child Care

Volunteer Teaching English and Child Care in Swaziland

Assist on childcare projects at orphanages or under-resourced schools in Africa

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Teaching English to Sri Lankan Children

Volunteer in Sri Lanka

Volunteers have the opportunity to join a variety of community development and teaching projects around Sri Lanka.

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Why GVI?

  • 70% of money spent directly on field operations since 2007
  • Unique, diverse and responsible projects operate in over 40 countries
  • 150 field staff offer support and guidance worldwide

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