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Join our ESL teaching team in Cairo and connect with volunteers who are friendly and dedicated to service. Engage with our young-adult students, making a meaningful impact on their lives, while embracing the country's diverse culture.
VF5CDE
Language Center in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
12 months
On site
Responsibilities
- Teach English as a Second Language (mainly to adults), in accordance with the lesson plans and materials provided by the language center, and under the overall guidance of the language coordinator;
- Assess, record and report student attendance, progress and learning according to the methods established by the language center;
- Collaborate in the improvement of courses, materials, methods of teaching and assessment;
- Participate in staff worship and meetings;
- Participate in planned outreach initiatives, including small group meetings and socialization in and outside of class;
- Actively seek to share God’s love though Christ’s method of mingling, caring and sharing.
Qualifications
- Dedicated Seventh-day Adventist Christian, with high standards, that has a heart for serving God;
- Willingness to adapt to the local culture in terms of acceptable and unacceptable behavior (such as dress, interactions with the opposite sex, subjects of conversation, etc.);
- Willingness to dedicate themselves exclusively to the language center, not accepting unauthorized side jobs;
- Native English speaker
- Having a love for teaching (previous teaching experience is preferred);
- TESOL or TEFL certification is a plus;
- Having classroom management skills;
- Proficiency in the use of technology and computer programs as required;
- Having a positive, friendly and engaging personality;
- Demonstrating professionalism by being punctual, well organized and responsible;
- Ability to live with others;
- Ability to work well with others, communicate well, accept feedback and problem solve as a group.
- Previous cross-cultural training, cross-cultural service experience or travel abroad is a plus.
Extra:
- Be diligent and careful when using materials provided by the language center, respecting all guidelines regarding their use.
Attire
- Modest and culturally sensitive.
- Volunteer manual will be provided which will cover this area.
Accommodations
Shared housing with internet, water, and electricity (private housing is provided for married couples).
Living There
You will enjoy living in the fast-paced metropolis of Cairo, one of the world's largest cities. Additional information will be provided.
Included
- Housing, stipend, and emergency insurance (ARM)
Not Included
- Ticket cost
- Visa cost of US$25
- Routine health-related expenses, such as vaccines or routine physicals.
Restrictions
- Single or married volunteers accepted for this call
Compensation
- Stipend – 6000 Egyptian pounds per month
- Visa extension fees after arrival
Additional
- All costs for personal trips are personal.
- You must bring 25 USD to purchase the Tourist Visa Stamp at the airport upon arrival. Please note that the language center will pay for your visa extension/residence fees after your arrival. However, if you choose to leave the country for personal reasons (such as to visit family or to tour another country) the re-entry visa fee of 25 USD will be a personal cost.