Once you have secured your place, join regular video calls to meet your Program Manager and other volunteers before your trip. Excited to be a volunteer Teacher in Kenya? Classes can be large and under-resourced so having volunteers available makes a genuine difference both to the pressure on local teachers and the education students receive.
Volunteers also gain teaching experience while helping to broaden the horizons of students and providing valuable exposure to the English language. Classes at schools in Kenya can be large and under-resourced. Teaching volunteers provide invaluable support by lightening the load for local staff and contributing to the education of the students. International volunteers are sought after as teachers for their ability to introduce different languages, cultures and ideas to students who may not otherwise have had the opportunity to learn about them.
School holidays Please note, this project is not available during the school holidays. 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. Submit a free application so we can confirm your eligibility and check availability for your preferred dates.
If you are thinking about it just go for it! The opportunity is amazing and IVHQ provides a great service for support networks and is always available to answer any queries. IVHQ puts you at ease before you even get to your destination as they provide you with way more than you need to know. The local team was amazing! They played a huge role in making me feel safe and allowing me to truly enjoy my trip.
Kenyans are very friendly and helpful. I loved the program checklist on the MyIVHQ profile which felt personable, easy to navigate, and helped me prepare for my volunteering trip. The local team were amazing, thoroughly professional, attentive, and ensured we were well looked after and safe during my time there. My accommodation was comfortable and my host family was very welcoming and lovely. The meals were absolutely delicious and cooked with a lot of love and care.
