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Care Work with Children in China with Projects Abroad
Location: China: Shanghai
Term: Throughout the year
Program Duration: 1-2 years, 2-4 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 5-8 weeks, 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad), 9-12 weeks, over 2 years, 1-2 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Inquire for dates
http://www.projects-abroad.org
80 Broad Street New York, NY 10004 United States
Call Us
Phone: 1-888-839-3535
Fax: 212 244 7236
Description
China is an amazing country to do volunteer work abroad. There are no previous qualifications or experience needed to volunteer on most of our care projects in China. Regardless of whether you are a gap year student or on a career break, all you need is energy and enthusiasm to be welcomed by your host organization. You will be able to offer a valuable contribution and play a large role in relieving the workload of local staff.
You will also add to the children's quality of life, not only through the development of their social skills, but also through exposing them to new cultures and ideas. Some placements are only available to those with some experience in physical therapy or occupational therapy, so please let us know about any qualifications and experience you may have.
Volunteering abroad on a Care project in China gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children in Chengdu and Shanghai. You will likely be asked to help with a wide range of activities depending on the age group and needs of those you are working with. You may be required to help the staff with basic care duties at certain times of the day, but there will be other times when the work is less structured and you can help by simply playing with the children.
Projects Abroad also works with several kindergartens in and around Chengdu and Shanghai. Here volunteers will be able to assist local teachers with all kinds of educational activities, such as arts and crafts and reading and writing. There are normally between 40 and 50 children in each class, so any help that you can provide will be appreciated.
Highlights
There is also the opportunity to work at centers for disabled children. Volunteers help with support and care offered to residents and day visitors, accommodating both young children and teenagers. Centers provide physical rehabilitation, education, and nursing care for many children. Both physically and mentally stimulating exercises are used to improve the children's capabilities and lead to a healthier life.
Although some of the staff on the care projects speak only a basic level of English, the enthusiasm of both the staff and children ensures that you will be able to make yourself understood. Both the Projects Abroad staff and your supervisor will always be available to ensure you make the most of your time in China.
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Intern Types
- Occupational, Envir. Health
- Health Sciences
Type of Programs
- Community Service / Volunteerism
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Please go to our website for prices.
Cost Include Description:
- accommodation
- food
- medical and travel insurance
- placement
- 24 hour in country staff support
- airport transfers
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- childcare/children
- disability issues
- orphans
- youth
Age Range
16 and upThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Apartment/Flat
Participants Travel to China
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
10 daysPost Services Include
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
Projects Abroad's Mission Statement
As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.
Year Founded
1992
