Due to Covid-19, we now offer volunteers looking to teach Chinese abroad the option to join our programs virtually or to book a placement only option where we arrange the program in Jamaica and you source your own transfers, food, and accommodation.
*Full packages are only available for groups.
We now offer virtual volunteer opportunities. Give back and teach Chinese from your home.
Visiting Jamaica? We offer volunteer placements where you book your own room, board & transfers
Register to become a virtual mentor to a child, teen or business owner in Jamaica
Have you been wondering how to teach Mandarin abroad? Are you fluent in speaking Mandarin Chinese and would like to share your knowledge of the language and culture overseas? If you found yourself answering yes to any of the previous questions, you should come and volunteer to teach Chinese abroad in Jamaica.
This is a perfect opportunity for you to immerse yourself in our Jamaican culture while you teach locals about the Chinese culture in return. Jamaica’s dominant language is English, although you will find many locals speaking Patois, which is our colorful local dialect. You will interact with Jamaicans of all ages, especially students from elementary all the way up to the high school level.
You will be placed in schools and communities to teach Chinese to children, teenagers, and young adults. For many, this will be their only opportunity to learn a new language, as they could not afford to do so otherwise. This would also be greatly beneficial to you, as you will add valuable volunteer experience to your resume when you teach Chinese overseas.
You can also inject fun tours and adventure into your teach foreigner Chinese volunteer program in Jamaica by adding our tour packages to your program. Join tours on weekends and on afternoons after your project is complete. So if you wish to join a truly immersive teach Chinese language and culture volunteer program abroad, apply now to get started.
No experience is needed to join our teaching German abroad project, however, if you do have experience and qualifications for teaching then you may qualify for an advanced placement.
We encourage all volunteers to properly plan for their teach German abroad project, to ensure they get the most out of their experience, and that you can make the biggest impact as possible. After you have been accepted into the project we can set up a Skype discussion to brainstorm the activities you would like to do as you teach German as a foreign language.
Some examples of teaching activities include:
These are just some examples. Feel free to discuss any other activities you would like to engage in during your project.
On the first day of your teach German as a foreign language project you will be accompanied to your work site by your Project Advisor. You will receive a tour of the grounds, meet other teachers and students, get settled in and receive orientation. You will also be assigned a supervisor and learn where you will get daily lunch.
On some afternoons after your volunteer work is completed, as well as on weekends, you can join one of our tour and cultural adventure packages to have some fun and experience some of the best attractions in Jamaica. We always encourage our volunteers to work hard and play hard as well while they teach German abroad.
Once you have completed your teaching German abroad volunteer projects, you will receive your Volunteer Certificate. We will also sign any documents that you need to prove community service or volunteer hours completed.
To spice up your program we suggest that you take along some items or pictures/videos to showcase the German culture to the students. These could include food items, music, board games, clothing, signs etc. This will no doubt give you a chance to better bond with the students while spicing up your lessons.
It is a good idea for all volunteers to do some form of fundraising back home to help collect cash and items to help you fund your teach German language project, as well as to get supplies to help with your lessons. These include markers, pens, pencils, crayons, stickers and more.
We will provide you with a list of recommended resources before you arrive so that you can begin gathering them as soon as possible.
An affordable housing option is to stay with Jomo, the owner of Jamaica International Projects and his family. Houses up to 5 volunteers comfortably in dorm rooms equipped with air conditioning.
You may also choose to stay at this 3-star hotel while you teach German in Jamaica. You will receive our full support.
Our teaching German abroad projects include full breakfast and dinner each day. We cater to volunteers with special dietary requirements such as diabetes, allergies, vegans and more.
You will receive daily Jamaican culture lessons while on our teach German overseas project. These lessons are roughly 30 minutes each, and cover topics such as our food, government, history, traditions, norms, religion and more.
All volunteers who teach German in Jamaica will receive orientation and support documents on your first day. During orientation, we go over volunteer days and times, meal times, accommodation rules, transportation and much more. We will also give you tips on life in Jamaica.
As a part of your teaching German abroad jamaica package, you will also learn how to speak, write and understand Patois (pronounced Pat-Wah), which is our local dialect.
We also provide daily mentorship sessions for teenagers or a general review of your day’s activities for more experienced volunteers. You are free to discuss the challenges you faced that day, the activities and lessons you completed with your students, your plans for the following day and ask any questions you may have. This is roughly 30 minutes daily.
We will pick you up at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston (KIN). Our driver will have a sign saying “Jamaica International Projects”, and you will be transferred directly from the airport to your accommodation.
As part of your teaching German overseas project, we will transfer you to and from both your accommodation and your volunteer site.
A Project Advisor will accompany you on all tours and outings to function as your guide. Your teach German abroad project includes transfers for all tours and cultural adventures that your purchase.
At the conclusion of your teaching German abroad project, we will take you back to the airport so you can catch your flight back home.
NB: All prices below are quoted in USD and are based per person
1 Time Payment – $399
(Per Person)
You can give back from the comfort and safety of your own home while you volunteer online to teach Chinese abroad
1 Time Payment – $349
(Per Person)
We arrange your volunteer project & provide you with pre-arrival support
Cost – Varies
We arrange a 1 day German volunteer program if you are short on time but still want to give back
1 Person – $150
5 or more people – $100 per person
1 Week – $780
2 Weeks – $1,360
3 Weeks – $1,990
4 Weeks – $2,620
Extra Weeks – $550 per week
1 Week – $900
2 Weeks – $1,650
3 Weeks – $2,450
4 Weeks – $3,250
Extra Weeks – $800 per week
You can choose between 2 payment methods to secure your teach German language trip:
Credit Card: If your package total is less than $8,000 USD, you may choose to pay with a credit card. All credit card payments will incur a 4% processing fee.
Wire Transfer: If your package is greater than $8,000 USD, you will have to pay via wire transfer. This method of payment will also incur a processing fee that you will be responsible to cover, which may vary depending on your bank of choice.
Once you have decided to join our teach German overseas project, proceed to the booking form, enter the relevant info, select your preferred payment option (30% deposit or full payment) and submit. After submission, you’ll be sent a list of documents to be submitted, payment instructions and a link to the volunteer application form.
If you are interested but not ready to book, please contact us or submit a message using the enquiry form.
Note: By submitting the booking form you will NOT be making a binding commitment to join the project.
We will review your booking and application within 24 hours and reach out to you via your preferred means of contact. You will get to discuss your goals, the areas you are interested in teaching, and ask us questions. This is where you will learn of your acceptance into the program.
Once you are accepted into our teaching German abroad jamaica project, you will be required to submit your documents as soon as possible. These Include:
You will then be notified to clear up all outstanding fees and balances (if you made a 30% deposit or made any additional changes to your package).
I spent (only) 5 days at Reliance Basic School at Braeton and I can say it was one of the best experiences in my whole life. I was there as an Italian/English teacher but mostly I helped the teacher out with the program. The whole staff was very kind and supportive of me and the children were simply amazing. They called me Uncle David and they were so cute. I honestly think that five days were not enough but unfortunately, I couldn’t stay longer.
I definitely recommend this volunteering program to anybody who wants to have a great experience in a real Jamaican environment. It’s not just about teaching to them, but also about learning from them.
Thanks!
Davide.
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. This was a life changing experience. The children were so great. They gave me and taught me so much more than I gave them. This was one of the most satisfying trips I’ve ever done. Jomo, his mother and Dwayne were great hosts and caretakers. Jamaica and its people will forever be in my heart.
Unforgettable experience! All of you should try it. It was only my first-time volunteering and I’d love to do it again through the same Jamaica International Projects.
