Help us teaching children in the Himalayas, India

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We are a village school in the Indian Himalayas. We are located 1 km away from the little town of Majkhali at the edge of a pine forest.
We have 110 children between the ages of 3 and 14. Our director Philipp (he is also the only native English speaker, we have a few local teachers) is a German American educator, who grew up in India.
We need volunteers who can speak and write English very well, enjoy the mountains and working with children.
Volunteers live in simple accommodation on campus. They eat lunch with us on the campus. Breakfast and dinner can be had at the little restaurants near the school.
Snacks, toiletries and other such basic needs can also be purchased locally from the shops in Majkhali town.
We need a minimum commitment of at least 3 weeks with us to achieve results with the kids.
Type of help
Language practice
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in a place with clean air, amazing views and most of all..wonderful people.
And we are lucky enough to spend every day with the best of them...the children of the Himalaya!
With good roads, a pretty fast net connection and decent facilties, we now truly have the best of all worlds!
Come share and increase our luck and joy!
Help
We need volunteers who can speak English and enjoy the mountains and working with young children.
Languages spoken
English, Pahari, Hindi, German, a little Spanish
Accommodation
Simple accommodation on the campus.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 25 hours / week

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21/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie )

Stephanie came to us when we were in a time of need and brought so much love and laughter to our kids.
She is a beautiful person with a friendly affectionate nature. Our time with her was so much fun, you cant help but feel happy and energized around her.
Don't forget us Stephanie and come again soon.

(Excellent )

30/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Stephanie ) for host

Wow, where to begin? This was such a nice experience for me. I arrived during a time of transition where there was a shortage of teachers, but we did the best we could as a team for the kids, and eventually found our balance :) Nina and Philip are such lovely people and it was such a pleasure getting to know them and laughing my butt off during… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ahmad)

Rick came for only a week but he worked so hard and so creatively that we are still enjoying the benefits of his good ideas.
He is easy to please and very quick to see where his help is needed.
His ideas are still helping us improve the school and we can't wait for him to return for a longer time.
Thank you so much Rick for caring and helping us.

(Excellent )

21/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ahmad) for host

I had a great time working with Nina & Phillip on financial planning & strategy to ensure we can make a top-quality education accessible to 100+ kids in Majkhali, a small village which is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen in my life but sadly doesn't have the same resources for children to succeed that you may find in a bigger city… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Jovany)

Jovany is a true explorer, easily content, always willing to help and quietly sharing his very special outlook on the world.
In the time he was with us, he sang, read and laughed with our children....and as a grand finale he put on a wonderful 'fireworks' show that made our Diwali the best ever!
And now that he's gone, we still find ourselves… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Akshay)

It's hard to describe how well Akshay Sir fit in here and how much he helped us.
From teaching the over energetic second graders to organizing an Interschool event complete with banners and logos Akshay Sir quietly stole our hearts and only now months after he's left, are we realizing how much we still miss him.
He is relaxed, kind and no fuss,… read more

(Excellent )

27/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Angus)

Angus (Sir) was a reliable and willing teacher. Our students were super happy and excited to meet someone as interested in cricket as they are. The older children also still remember the explanations he gave them about equations in math.
Angus is an independent individual but very good at working with a team. He is easygoing and very easy to host… read more

(Excellent )

25/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Angus) for host

I was here for 3 weeks and of all the things i've done in india, this will be the most memorable. What Nina and Phillip are doing here is something really amazing, settling themselves permanently in the beautiful, but remote, town of Majkhali and dedicating themselves to teaching. Working here, you get the impression that the work is something… read more

(Excellent )

03/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Figueras) for host

It was my second experience with workaway and it was amazing. The atmosphere of Majkhali was spectacular, tranquility, mountains and friendly people.
Philip, Nina and her family made me feel like one more, I gave classes to the little ones and I loved it.
I also enjoyed the Holly festival with Nina's family and I loved it!
Thanks for so much and… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Figueras)

Roc is a happy and helpful person, with a real way with children. They started out calling him Roc Sir....but by the end of his stay here, he was "Rockstar" to them. :-)
We still sing his Spanish nursery rhymes and dance to Macarena like he taught us.
Thank you for your help at school and all the after hours of fun.
Come back soon.

(Excellent )

06/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (María )

Maria was a joy to have with us. She is super friendly and the kids loved her.
She came to us from Chile but left as a real Himalayan woman...she became such a part of our little school and village.
Come back again soon!

(Excellent )

06/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Richa)

Richa is a cheerful and very competent person. She was with us for three weeks and even though she fell ill a couple of times, she remained very easy going and ready to work.
She takes initiative herself, and without much orientation she made herself a useful and dependable part of our school.
Our only wish....that we had had more time to spend… read more

(Excellent )

16/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Federica)

Federica is a friendly and open person. She seemed to need minimum help and attention although it was her first time in India, and she gave all her energy easily and naturally to the children at our school.
The only complaint we have is that the three weeks seemed too short .....if only we could have had you for longer Federica! :-)
We wish you… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Federica) for host

Nina and Philip run a beautiful teaching project in the middle of mountains, in which they put all themselves: not just skills and knowledge to teach, but their whole life is transmitted to young students, which are very receptive, smart and well educated. Also the teachers are reliable and always cheerful. I spent three weeks working with nursery… read more

(Excellent )

02/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Luke & Ross) for host

I just spent one month in Majkhali with the school, and it was far and away the past time I have had in India. Nina and Phillip are incredible and they felt like family to me right away. They have done such a great job with the school, something that becomes very apparent when you see how far ahead some of the students are in comparison to others… read more

(Excellent )

20/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Ellena ) for host

I stayed at his place for five weeks and it was simply fantastic!
It was so fascinating for me to see how much hard work and efforts the whole team put in this school to provide the children a good education for their further future.
The surrounding was really warm and I felt all the time welcome. And the family was always helpful.
Thank you so… read more

(Excellent )

22/02/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Sjoerd)

Sjoerd is a unique character, who is steady and dedicated while being completely adventurous and open to all new experiences. He took his work seriously and was always reliable. He is great company as well with a relaxed and very accepting outlook on life.
The children enjoyed their lessons with "Sjoerd Sir" immensely. He had new ideas and fun… read more

(Excellent )

01/02/2013

Left by Workawayer (Sjoerd) for host

The most amazing time in India for me, I really had the feeling I was doing something useful. The surroundings are amazing, the weather nice and cold, the views unforgettable and the experience was just great.
You can really make a difference here, the family is always taking care of you and always ready to answer your question, above all the… read more

(Excellent )

15/03/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Luisa)

Luisa is a ray of Brazilian sunshine.....always cheerful, fun and very very hardworking. She became quite one of the family, with her open hearted ways, and we all still miss her....the students as well as the teachers.
You will always be part of our little Himalayan village, Luisa!
Thanks for your help!

(Excellent )

14/03/2012

Left by Workawayer (Luisa) for host

I was the first volunteer and my experience at the here was simply fantastic. You were all very welcoming and the children as well. The landscape of Majkhali is absolutely amazing, such a beautiful place, quite, where you can connect to nature and live a simple life with everything you need.

I was astonished and extremely grateful when I saw… read more

(Excellent )

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