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Teach English in rural Thai orphanage - Help Change Lives!

The experience

Moo Baan Dek, a rural orphanage in the Thai jungle is seeking volunteers to help teach English. The school follows the Summerhill approach, an alternative educational philosophy that emphasizes self-directed learning, emotional well-being, and community responsibility. It serves orphaned and impoverished children, providing them with a safe, nurturing environment where they can learn at their own pace in a non-coercive setting.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 15 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Donation to project

Description: 1 month or less: $15 per day to cover expenses for food and accommodation ** 1 - 3 month commitment: $7.50 per day ** 3 months or more: Volunteers are not obligated to make a donation. ** As of 2025 - U.S. citizens may apply for a grant that will cover all expenses for a minimum 6 week commitment. Grant covers accommodation, meals, and insurance. Contact us to learn more.

What you get

2 days off per week

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.

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

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

Requirements

Fluent English

Over 20 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Join our volunteer team and make a real impact! We’re looking for motivated and compassionate individuals who want to share their skills and energy to help our village grow.

What You’ll Do:

Teach English: Lead fun, interactive English classes for children and young learners during the day.

Support the Organic Garden: Get hands-on experience helping care for our sustainable garden — planting, harvesting, and learning about eco-friendly practices.

Spread Awareness: Assist with social media and storytelling to help us share our mission and reach more supporters around the world.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with local children, learn about sustainable living, and contribute to meaningful change.

To learn more about the school you can check out the documentary 6 Weeks to Mothers day.

Rules

The school has a no smoking or drinking policy.