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Teach & Transform: Education Volunteering in Wattala, Sri Lanka

The experience

Teach English in Sri Lankan schools and community centers, helping students of all ages improve their language skills and future opportunities. Work mornings only (8-11am, 4 days weekly) with 3 days off to explore beaches, temples, and tea plantations. No teaching experience needed, jus enthusiasm and patience. Live with local families, enjoy home-cooked meals, and experience authentic culture. Includes accommodation, meals, orientation, and full

What you offer

12 hours of help per week

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

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.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 30 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Fees cover essential costs that ensure a quality, safe, and impactful experience. Your fee includes accommodation with host families, two daily meals, experienced local coordinators who provide orientation and 24/7 support and safety measures, weekly city tours, and transportation coordination. Importantly, fees also employ local staff, fund project materials, and support sustainable community development.

What you get

3 days 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.

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

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.

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

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

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.

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

Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 50 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Sri Lanka

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Make a meaningful impact by volunteering as a teacher in vibrant Sri Lankan communities. This program connects passionate volunteers with local schools and community centers where English education opens doors to better opportunities for students of all ages.

What You'll Do
Teach English to children, teenagers, or adults in classrooms, community centers, or informal learning spaces. You'll help students develop conversational skills, improve grammar and vocabulary, support literacy development, and build confidence in using English. Lessons are interactive and fun think games, songs, storytelling, and creative activities rather than rigid textbooks. You'll also assist local teachers, prepare lesson materials, and may help with other subjects like math, computer skills, or arts and crafts.

No Experience Required
You don't need teaching qualifications. just enthusiasm, patience, and creativity. We provide orientation, teaching resources, and ongoing support from experienced coordinators who help you plan engaging lessons and navigate classroom dynamics.

Your students
Work with eager learners from rural villages or small towns who are excited to practice English with native or fluent speakers. Class sizes vary, and students range from curious young children to motivated adults seeking better job prospects.
Schedule & Lifestyle

Work 4 days weekly, mornings only (8-11am, 12 hours total), leaving 3 days free for exploring Sri Lanka's stunning beaches, ancient temples, lush tea plantations, and wildlife reserves. Enjoy home-cooked Sri Lankan meals with your host family and weekly city tours to experience local culture.
Cultural Immersion

Activities & Shift

Work just 4 days weekly (8-11am, 12 hours total) in schools and community programs, with 3 days off for sightseeing and leisure. Enjoy home-cooked meals at 7am, 12:30pm, and 7pm. Experience cultural immersion with local families, weekly city tours on Mondays, and time to explore Sri Lanka's beaches, temples, and tea plantations. Full support provided.

Rules

No drugs or smoking in accommodations and workplaces
Respect colleagues, host families, and community members at all times
No offensive language or inappropriate behavior
Proper attire required on workdays (modest, culturally appropriate clothing covering shoulders and knees)
Punctuality for meal times, work hours, and scheduled activities
Respect local customs and religious sites (remove shoes at temples, dress modestly)
No alcohol consumption before or during work hours
Communicate absences to coordinators in advance
Maintain cleanliness in shared accommodations and common areas
Follow safety guidelines provided during orientation
Respect curfews and house rules set by host families
Professional conduct in all interactions with students and community members

Violations of these rules may result in removal from the program without refund. Our goal is creating a respectful, safe environment for everyone involved.