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School for Orphan & Vulnerable Children in Ndola, Zambia
Location: Zambia
Program Duration: 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad)
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
The Lifespring Foundation (Africa)
http://www.thelifespringfoundation.org
The Old Rectory Singleton Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0HF England
Call Us
Phone: 01243 818181
Description
We are looking for a highly motivated & experienced teacher/teachers to help us shape and develop our new school (5-13years) for orphaned and vulnerable children in Ndola, Zambia. Fantastic homely accommodation & full board provided at Lifespring Farm.
The post will include providing staff training and management, organising the administration of the school, developing the curriculum, teaching lessons, liaising with legal guardians, other agencies etc. Ensuring the welfare and safety of children & developing programmes to encourage positive outcomes especially for those living with HIV/Aids.
Would suit committed Christian as The Lifespring Foundation is a Christian Charity and Zambia has a Christian constitution.
Highlights
- Opportunity to develop a school for orphaned and vulnerable children.
- Zambian location offers opportunity to experience African adventure, safari etc.
- Great accommodation at Lifespring Farm with individual lodge, swimming pool etc.
Qualifications
- Teaching English as a foreign language
- General teaching qualification UK/USA/Canada
- School Management experience
- First Aid
Minimum Education
Diploma/Certification
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Cost Includes:
Credit Available
no
Salary/Pay
All full board accommodation at Lifespring Farm & some pocket money(to be negotiated)Experience Required
yes
- Experience of teaching children aged 5-13 years
plus management within a school setting
Volunteer Types
- teaching
- English teaching
This Program is open to
American, Australian, Canadian, European, South African, Worldwide Participant.
Participants Travel to Zambia
Independently
Application Process Involves
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
Typically The Application Process Time is
one monthThe Lifespring Foundation (Africa)'s Mission Statement
Practical support and empowering solutions that impact the issues of poverty, HIV & Aids for widows, orphans and vulnerable families in Zambia & Kenya. The Lifespring Foundation (Africa) offers Opportunity, Education, Empowerment & Hope with community projects that encourage people to become self-supporting.
Year Founded
2005
