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Joy & teach English: Volunteer with Kids in Hanoi, Vietnam, 2025

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The experience

Join Us for a Summer of Fun and Learning in Hanoi this summer, 2025! 🌞

Embrace the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children while soaking in the beauty of nature and the warmth of our community.

Dive into a world of creativity, laughter, and cultural exchange as we come together to teach English and explore art, music, and more by the tranquil stream.

What you offer

32 hours of help per week

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

What you get

1 day off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Fluent English or Beginner Chinese

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Requirements
πŸ”Ή Passion for working with children and outdoor education
πŸ”Ή Responsible, energetic, and adaptable
πŸ”Ή Experience in teaching, childcare, STEM, or any creative skill is a plus
πŸ”Ή Conversational English

What You’ll Get in Return
πŸŽ’ Free accommodation in a beautiful homestay on a peaceful hill, surrounded by nature
🍽️ Delicious home-cooked meals with fresh local ingredients
🌏 Cultural exchange – experience daily life with a welcoming Vietnamese family
🏑 Live like a local – learn about traditional customs, language, and Vietnamese way of life
🀝 Meet like-minded people from around the world and share unforgettable moments
🌱 Reconnect with nature while making a meaningful impact on young minds

Activities & Shift

Daily Schedule:

Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Hands-on STEM projects and woodworking:
πŸ”Ή Build an automatic irrigation system for plants.
πŸ”Ή Create kaleidoscopes and explore optical science.
πŸ”Ή Design and craft small wooden structures or toys using basic carpentry tools.
πŸ”Ή Work on team-based innovation challenges.

Lunch Break (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Enjoy a home-cooked meal and relax in a peaceful environment.

Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM): Creative and outdoor activities:
🎨 Art, dance, storytelling, music, or any special skills volunteers can share.
🌳 Nature exploration, team games, and adventure challenges.
🏊 Swimming in natural streams.
🌊 Water games to cool off on hot days.
🏞️ Exploring the stream and surrounding nature.
🎈 Kite flying in the open fields.
⚽ Soccer matches and team-building games.
🏸 Badminton and other fun sports.

Evening (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, optional): Cultural exchange, bonfires, group discussions, or fun night activities with the kids.

⏳ Volunteering Hours: Approx. 5-6 hours/day, with plenty of free time to relax and explore.

πŸ’‘ Flexible Participation: If you have specific skills (e.g., yoga, photography, drama, handicrafts), you can organize special workshops!

Rules

Rules for Volunteers
βœ… Be Friendly & Supportive – Always maintain a positive and encouraging attitude towards children, fellow volunteers, and staff.

🚫 No Harmful Behavior – Absolutely no physical punishment, aggressive behavior, or verbal abuse towards children or anyone in the camp.

πŸ‘€ Be a Role Model – Kids look up to you! Demonstrate respect, patience, and kindness at all times.

πŸ”‡ No Inappropriate Language or Topics – Avoid discussing sensitive, violent, or inappropriate topics around children.

🚭 No Smoking, Alcohol, or Drugs – This is a completely smoke-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the camp area.

πŸ‘• Dress Modestly & Appropriately – Please wear comfortable yet modest clothing suitable for working with children and outdoor activities. Avoid revealing outfits.

πŸ’¬ Open Communication – If you have any issues, ideas, or concerns, talk to the camp leadersβ€”we are here to support you!