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Support Inclusive Early Childhood Education for Children Aged 2–6

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The experience

Join Soma Kwa Furaha Initiative in Mwanza, Tanzania, and be part of our Inclusive Early Childhood Development (ECD) Program! This meaningful opportunity allows you to support the growth, development, and joyful learning of children aged 2 to 6 including children with special needs in a safe, nurturing, and play-based environment.

Activities May Include:Assisting teachers with classroom activities and routines, playing educational games, singing

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

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

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 10 Per day

Description: We kindly ask volunteers to contribute a small fee to help cover their accommodation expenses. This contribution will help maintain a comfortable living space, ensure access to essential amenities and meals, and cover utility costs such as water and electricity. Thank you for being so supportive!

What you get

2 days off per week

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

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.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

You’ll work side by side with local teachers and caregivers to provide early stimulation, education, and care to young children from underserved communities. Your time, energy, and creativity will make a lasting impact during these critical early years of life.

Whether you're a teacher, student, parent, or someone who loves working with kids, we welcome you to share your culture, skills, and heart with our children.

Activities & Shift

-Assisting teachers with classroom activities and routines

-Playing educational games, singing songs, and storytelling

-Supporting children in fine and gross motor activities

-Helping care for children with special needs (with guidance)

-Creating fun and inclusive learning materials

-Organising art, music, and creative sessions

-Sharing your own cultural games, stories, or language

-Supporting feeding and hygiene routines (as needed)

-Participating in Swahili language and cultural exchange sessions

Rules

1. Do NOT give money to children under any circumstances, even if they ask for it.

2. Do NOT give gifts unless they are meant for all the children. If you give a gift, please leave it in the designated project area and make sure it is clear to everyone.

3. Do NOT provide sweets, except when you are leaving (as a goodbye gesture) or if it is someone's birthday or a special celebration.

NOTE: Volunteers are expected to contribute to the cost of their accommodation upon arrival. The fee can be paid weekly or monthly, depending on the prior arrangement made. Additionally, volunteers are responsible for their own expenses, including toiletries, laundry services, and any other incidental costs during their stay with host families.