Volunteer Teaching Abroad

Our teaching projects abroad are open to people aged 16 and over. To join, you need to make sure you meet the requirements, and fill in the application form.

You don’t need previous experience to join a teaching project, nor do you need any kind of TEFL qualification to teach English abroad. This is because you’ll work alongside a local teacher, and we’ll teach you what you need to know before you step into a classroom. All you really need is good English and a passion for learning!

Our programmes run throughout the year, so you can join at any time. If you want to teach English abroad in the summer, we recommend applying early to secure a place on the project you want. This also gives us more time to match you to the placement that best fits your goals.

Is teaching English abroad right for me?

If you want a career in teaching or education, then our Teaching Projects are for you. We have a wide range of teaching placements to suit different levels of experience and interests.

You can use the teaching work experience you gain to:

• Build a strong CV
• Perform well in interviews
• Help you decide if you want to pursue a career as a teacher

Are you a qualified teacher looking to volunteer abroad? Our projects can be tailored to make the most of your experience and skills.

Interested in teaching, but want a project where you work on other issues in a community? Take a look at our Childcare Projects instead.

As a volunteer teaching English abroad, you’ll get the skills you need to fulfil your ambitions, while supporting a community in need.

Here are just some of the benefits that our previous volunteers talk about:

• Soft skills like teamwork, communication, leadership, resilience, organising, planning, and time management.
• Practical teaching experience in a real classroom environment.
• The ability to work and empathise with people of different cultures and backgrounds, helping to develop a ‘global mindset’.
• Confidence from pushing past your comfort zone.

All of the above will enhance your CV, university applications, and your personal development.

At Projects Abroad, our first aim is to provide a safe and incredible learning experience. You can be assured that your project is ethical, well supported, and targets the needs of local communities. Here’s just a few elements of our work that really set it apart from other volunteering programmes:

Real work with trained professionals

You’ll work alongside trained professionals in the classroom, observing them and then using the techniques you see for yourself. They’ll help you pick up the skills you need and support you when you lead the class independently. You’ll also learn about all the preparation and planning that goes into teaching every day.

Comprehensive safety procedures

We believe we offer the best support on the market. We handle the organisation of all your accommodation and transport after your arrival, you’ll have staff support available 24/7 both in-destination and online, and we even provide comprehensive pre-departure advice.

Read more: Our approach to safety

We take protecting the children and young people we work with very seriously. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive Child Protection Policy.