Monk Teaching
Buddhist Monastery - Monk Teaching
If you are searching for a project where you can learn more about the life in a monastery and also give your equal participation by sharing your knowledge through teaching monks then you are opting for the right project. This project not only gives volunteers the opportunity to teach English to the monks in a monastery but also provides opportunities to experience and learn about Buddhism and its philosophy. In other words, it’s a win-win situation for both sides.
little monks and nuns posing for the camera
Why teach Buddhist monk English?
Buddhist monks are those who live in a monastery alongside other monks away from their family and home in order to practice Buddhism philosophy. Since, English is a global language and is used to communicate with people everywhere, it is very important for every person to learn about the language including monks as well. Teaching English language to monk is necessary to help them communicate with the outside world, for future use and because they are not used to speaking English other than Tibetan/Native languages.
Role of the volunteers/what the volunteers can do?
Volunteers need to prepare English lessons for monks according to their appropriate age/level
Teaching Basic English to monks.
Volunteers can also teach other subjects like math, social and creative works, etc.
Teaching educational related fun activities and sports to the monks.
Challenges
Culturally sensitive.
Not so open with their personal lives.
Unfamiliar with western lifestyle.
Uncomfortable with gestures or touch.
May not like taking their photos or videos without permission
Disfavor loud noise.
Language barrier.
Unexpected holidays because of their prayer routine on special days.
PACKAGES
Volunteering
Duration Fee
2 weeks ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. $ 525
3 weeks ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. $ 695
4 weeks ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. $ 950
Weekly extensions ……………………………………………………………………………………………. $ 300
Excludes:
1. Visa fee, flight tickets and medical-travel insurance.
2. Personal necessary expenses.
3. In-Country trips and tours.
4. Personal groceries and toiletries.
5. Extra additional stays.
6. Favorable donations to project site.(According to your personal preferences)
Includes:
1. Airport pick-up and drop.
2. Accommodation on sharing basis.
3. All meals during your stay (BLD)
4. Extra-Curricular activities.
5. In-Country Orientation.
6. Volunteer placement.
7. Public transportation to and from project sites.
8. Appreciation/ Volunteering experience certificate.
9. All necessary project equipment and materials.
10. Long term experienced staffs.
11. In-House facilities.