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I'm married, I have a daughter and a son. I am a teacher. I teach in vocational school in Bansari Temanggung. Helping my students. They are weak in English, we need you to help them by sharing your experience using English. beside teaching I have duck farm, worm farm and fish pond
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Language practice
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Farming
Culture
Plant care
Gardening
Mountain
Hiking
Camping
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn about my culture, some traditional dances. and you can teach English and some other lessons. like computer, photography and audio video to my school. You can plant many kinds of vegetables and many kinds of flower cause our school has school green houses and fields. You can practice to make fertilizer in my farming department.
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hi, I'm Dadang , I'm 52 years old. I'm married. I have two children.and I love travelling and mountain hiking. I live in Magelang near Borobudur temple, it is 5 km from my house. It is a cool town. Magelang is a beautiful town. there is a mount Tidar on it and surrounded by 4 mountains. Borobudur is in Magelang. It has many traditional cultures. I have two jobs, teach and manage my farm. I would like to show everyone from every country to visit my town. and I like to have many friends from another country. I like to learn about any cultures and any languages
of course we need your help many kinds of skill. cause we have 3 departments in my school. They are Audio Video, Multi Media and farming, the most that we need is to help my students to speak some languages. you can teach English or you just share your experience in English, photograph, audio video and practice some farming activities in my school.
1. Motivating (training) students to speak English at school.
2. Training the villagers to speak English and introducing their food, songs etc.
3. Helping the speaking show in the public park.
4. Training English in nature and playing games.
5. Learning Javanese language.
6. taking care of a duck farm and fish pond
what I promise to you if you help me.
I'll bring you to see the great of Magelang, I'll see you some beautiful places and visit some villages and watch many kinds of traditional dances and taste many traditional foods.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Indonesian: Fluent
Javanese: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
i like to learn any kinds of languages
Accommodation
You have a private room. Free wifi
Free food, you can eat Javanese traditional foods and indonesian foods. Like tempe, tofu and many vegetables
What else ...
You can go around my city. we have many temples, two big rivers so You can do some aquatic activities, You can hike our mountains. You can see some waterfalls
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
But they should wear their own stuff cause my WiFi is not good enough.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Leo
He is a cool cat. He has light brown hair he is 10 years old
Host ref number: 734217528886
Feedback (34)
11 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Maria11z) for host
I stayed with a lovely family in Magelang, where I was warmly welcomed and felt truly part of their home. Unfortunately, the humid weather didn’t quite agree with me, and I struggled with a persistent cough during my stay. Still, Mr. Dadang kindly took me to visit the school where he works in Temanggung, though there wasn’t much activity that day… read more
24 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
Dadang and his family were my first Workaway experience (back in June 2024) and I still remember it to this day.
Being at their house truly feels like being at home, and their neighborhood is the cutest thing I've seen in years: kids playing on the street every day, families getting excited every time they see a foreigner like myself and a… read more
Being at their house truly feels like being at home, and their neighborhood is the cutest thing I've seen in years: kids playing on the street every day, families getting excited every time they see a foreigner like myself and a… read more
16 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
This was my first Workaway experience. And from the start to the finish, I was welcomed and met with plenty of kindness. I am very grateful to Mr. Dadang and his family who made sure I felt at home. Working with the school children was absolutely incredible. Not only was I able to help support with English, but I also learned some Indonesian… read more
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11 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Maria11z) for host
I stayed with a lovely family in Magelang, where I was warmly welcomed and felt truly part of their home. Unfortunately, the humid weather didn’t quite agree with me, and I struggled with a persistent cough during my stay. Still, Mr. Dadang kindly took me to visit the school where he works in Temanggung, though there wasn’t much activity that day… read more
24 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
Dadang and his family were my first Workaway experience (back in June 2024) and I still remember it to this day.
Being at their house truly feels like being at home, and their neighborhood is the cutest thing I've seen in years: kids playing on the street every day, families getting excited every time they see a foreigner like myself and a… read more
Being at their house truly feels like being at home, and their neighborhood is the cutest thing I've seen in years: kids playing on the street every day, families getting excited every time they see a foreigner like myself and a… read more
16 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
This was my first Workaway experience. And from the start to the finish, I was welcomed and met with plenty of kindness. I am very grateful to Mr. Dadang and his family who made sure I felt at home. Working with the school children was absolutely incredible. Not only was I able to help support with English, but I also learned some Indonesian… read more
31 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jasmine) for host
Wow where do I start... In short, my experience at Dadang's place was everything I had hoped for in my first ever workaway and more! Dadang was always responsive and caring, and I felt so welcomed by him and his community. I've been to Indonesia a few times before, but this was my first time really getting to know Indonesian culture in depth and… read more
22 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Risa) for host
I was so happy to be a part of your family.
I could learn about what Muslim life look like especially during Ramadan.
He has a huge and strong connection with local people and other teachers. During my stay, there is no class in his high school but I still can work as volunteer in other schools. Ramadan is very special event, which means this… read more
I could learn about what Muslim life look like especially during Ramadan.
He has a huge and strong connection with local people and other teachers. During my stay, there is no class in his high school but I still can work as volunteer in other schools. Ramadan is very special event, which means this… read more
1 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Qi)
It was the first time i got a Chinese volunteer. She is Anastasya. for a Chinese she speaks English very well. And she share her experience using English and she teaches my students about Chinese kaligrafi. But she only stays two week. I hope next time u can help us again
(Excellent)
21 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Qi) for host
I have wonderful teaching experience in Indonesia!!All of the students in the school are very enthusiastic and friendly.During the classes I will introduce myself and they will ask me some questions about my travel experience and culture of china.Students are really interested about Chinese culture which make me very happy.
It’s also my first… read more
It’s also my first… read more
19 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles)
Charles he is the best guy to teach sports. Of course he teaches English well cause he is a native. He teaches my students how to play some sports. Like volleyball baseball. Especially he is expert in baseball. Try this guy if your students Will be good in baseball. See u next time bro
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Charles) for host
This experience was very authentic and really gave me a taste of what true Indonesian culture is. I only stayed for a week but in that time I was able to teach at 2 different schools with students between the ages of 6-18.
I was able to teach some sports to all of the kids and create a positive experience while also connecting with the students.… read more
I was able to teach some sports to all of the kids and create a positive experience while also connecting with the students.… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo)
Matteo is a cool guy. He teaches well. All students and all teacher like him. My wife like him very much. He always help my wife in the kitchen. He is really a hard worker. We Miss u bro. We hope u Will come back to help us
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
I will be short..
This was a great experience for me.
Dadang and his family were very welcoming and they made me feel part of the family.
One awesome thing about this volunteering it's that the host is in touch with many subjects that need volunteers and this can make your experience very rich. You can meet so many intersting people, make… read more
This was a great experience for me.
Dadang and his family were very welcoming and they made me feel part of the family.
One awesome thing about this volunteering it's that the host is in touch with many subjects that need volunteers and this can make your experience very rich. You can meet so many intersting people, make… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva she is a nice girl. She helps me well. Helps me in school and in my house. We hope u can help me again. See you
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
This was such a great experience!
I immediately felt at home; Mr. Dadang and his family are so welcoming and kind. The accommodation was really nice and cleaned and the food was amazing, you'll have the opportunity to try basically every typical Indonesian food.
With Mr Dadang you'll teach to teenagers, they are usually really shy but really… read more
I immediately felt at home; Mr. Dadang and his family are so welcoming and kind. The accommodation was really nice and cleaned and the food was amazing, you'll have the opportunity to try basically every typical Indonesian food.
With Mr Dadang you'll teach to teenagers, they are usually really shy but really… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
Tom helps US much in school and in my house. He teaches my students well. And he plays with the boys student in break time. He can do any kind of jobs. Thanks a lot bro. See you next time
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
What an experience! I was fortunate to stay with Mr Dadang and his family for almost 2 months and I can’t recommend it enough. From the very beginning Dadang, Ibu, Miranda, Tifan and all of the neighbours were super welcoming and made me feel very comfortable. I was wowed by the surrounding scenery of volcanoes and rice fields and the hiking… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Catarina)
Katarina she does her job very well to share her experience using English. All my students like the way she speaks to them. And she communicate with my neighbors. They likes her much. Thanks a lot catarina. See u next time
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Catarina) for host
I had the incredible opportunity to volunteer with Mr. Dadang. He took me to different schools to taught English to students and share my experience with them. Mr. Dadang is a very welcoming and generous person. He introduce myself to other teachers, which was very nice too. The enthusiasm and curiosity of the students were contagious, and it was… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgane)
Morgane is an amazing volunteer. She is easy to communicate with all my students. She helps students to speak English in easy way. She is very friendly and We Will Miss this beautiful girl. We hope much u Will come back again
(Excellent)
4 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Morgane) for host
I spent about 2 weeks with Dadang and his family, and I immediately felt at ease 😊
They are definitely a lovely family, living in a nice and quiet village near Magelang.
School days were really interesting, visiting different schools, different classes. The objective is to give students the opportunity to meet foreigners and practice, through… read more
They are definitely a lovely family, living in a nice and quiet village near Magelang.
School days were really interesting, visiting different schools, different classes. The objective is to give students the opportunity to meet foreigners and practice, through… read more
27 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Beatrice & Kateryna)
Bat and Kat are two amazing girls. they are energetic girls. they like to help in my school. my students like them much. their English accent are really nice. we learnt much from them. we miss u much, we hope someday we can meet again, we hope u can finish your study fast. see you and keep in touch
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Beatrice & Kateryna) for host
We stayed at Dadang's for almost 4 weeks and least to say - the way we were treated, taken into the family was something of an extra mile that Dadang does as a teacher so as to bring as many volunteers as possible to the community. The beloved neighbourhood and places they took as to - incredible. Furthermore, had a chance to visit different… read more
27 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Meropi Aliki)
aliki meropi or i call her, alice. she is a humble girl. she really knows how to work with others. she helped us well.like teaching, take care of my house and my farm. if u want to learn English she is a good partner cause she likes disscus everything especially about the way of life. i hope she will get a job soon. and we hope much she can come… read more
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Meropi Aliki) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and there are no better words to describe it as: simply amazing, warm-hearted and truly fullfilling!
I lived at Mr Dadang's house for 10 days and if I had the time I would have surely prolonged my stay there. Mr Dadang, his family, friends and neighbours are one of a kind; the best people to live with! You… read more
I lived at Mr Dadang's house for 10 days and if I had the time I would have surely prolonged my stay there. Mr Dadang, his family, friends and neighbours are one of a kind; the best people to live with! You… read more
14 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Only one word for emma Amazing. She helped many kinds of job. In my farm, my house and my school. She is friendly and patient. She can communicate easily with everybody. For people who want to study English she is the best. They Will enjoy speaking with her. We Will not regret to have a volunteer. Like Emma. Good luck Emma. We hope much u can come… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Wow wow wow!
Had the most special and unforgettable time staying here! From the second i arrived Mr. Dadang, Ibu, Miranda, Civant and Nico treated me like family and i felt so at home! They are incredible people, unbelievably kind and have hearts of gold!
I loved the time i spent in their village, playing kites with the neighbours, eating amazing… read more
Had the most special and unforgettable time staying here! From the second i arrived Mr. Dadang, Ibu, Miranda, Civant and Nico treated me like family and i felt so at home! They are incredible people, unbelievably kind and have hearts of gold!
I loved the time i spent in their village, playing kites with the neighbours, eating amazing… read more
25 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
If u need a help to teach your students this girl is the best option. Jessica is a good teacher. She teaches english well. My students likes how she teaches. And she help me to take care of my farm and my house. You Will be happy if she can help you. I hope after in Medan you can come to my house. Thanks alot Jessica.
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
Mr. Dadang is the kind of host we want to come back for. This happened with me !
He is nice and always ready to help. His children are friendly too and willing to speak English.
As a teacher, the experience was very interesting. I was free to prepare activities and the children were very motivated about the English lessons. The welcome was… read more
He is nice and always ready to help. His children are friendly too and willing to speak English.
As a teacher, the experience was very interesting. I was free to prepare activities and the children were very motivated about the English lessons. The welcome was… read more
26 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Juliette) for host
Wow!! Staying with Mr. Dadang and his family was an amazing experience! They made me feel right at home and a part of the family.
There's many opportunities to work with different students and meet with local people around the town. My time spent here was full of laughter and great conversations.
Dadang took me to explore the city and it's… read more
There's many opportunities to work with different students and meet with local people around the town. My time spent here was full of laughter and great conversations.
Dadang took me to explore the city and it's… read more
25 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Armando & Johnny Raymond) for host
Dadang were such a friendly host, I've got the chance to visit his school, the surrounding temples and atractions always with his help and advice.
I've got the chance to learn about the local culture and religion at the time i was helping the neighbours to practice english and teach them about my culture.
Definitely will visit them again, a full… read more
I've got the chance to learn about the local culture and religion at the time i was helping the neighbours to practice english and teach them about my culture.
Definitely will visit them again, a full… read more
26 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Francis)
Thank a lot Mr Francis u helped my family and my friends well. They said that you r a good teacher. U gave them a new experience how become a teacher in Singapore and how to make Singapore friend nice. U Ar a good man. They hope u can come back to help them again. Thanks u for everything Mr Francis. U are the best. See u next time
(Excellent)
25 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Francis) for host
I was hosted by Dadang for my first Workaway experience. His family was welcoming and took care of my basic needs. My timing was not too good as it is the beginning of school holidays. I visited Dadang's vocational school and managed to speak with some students but nothing much I can be of help in. Dadang was very resourceful and flexible to allow… read more
22 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélanie)
Melanie is a good person. She helps my family to make some cakes for Ied Mubarak. She is a good teacher in my school and in my friend's school. And she is easily to comunicate with my neighbor. You Will not be dissapointed with her if she helps you. See u soon melanie
(Excellent)
22 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mélanie) for host
Dadang's family was super welcoming and lovely. I stayed at their home for a week and experienced the true Javanese lifestyle.
Dadang is very flexible, so if you want some change or prefer to teach to younger children, do not hesitate to tell him, and you'll have the opportunity to meet or stay at some of his friend's places. I helped Dadang's… read more
Dadang is very flexible, so if you want some change or prefer to teach to younger children, do not hesitate to tell him, and you'll have the opportunity to meet or stay at some of his friend's places. I helped Dadang's… read more
16 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina is only two words"the best" she teaches well, my students like her much. She is friendly and nice. All teacher like her too cause she always starts to comunicate with my friend. In my home she help my wife to do everything and help me to take care of my farm. And my neighbor like her too. You Will be happy if you work with nina
(Excellent)
15 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
This was my first experience as a volunteer and I can't wish for a better one! The family of Mr. Dadang and everyone in his village were super friendly, funny and welcoming. His school is well organised and his coworkers were excited to meet me and we had interesting conversations. I learned a lot about the Javanese and muslim culture. I taught… read more
17 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena & Alexandr)
Alex is good at teaching English my students like him. He teaches in kindergaten too. He is good too in that job. He helps my wife to wash the plate etc. You Will not be dissapointed if Alex is to be your volunteer. I hope someday you can come here
(Excellent)
16 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elena & Alexandr) for host
Hello everyone. I spent almost 4 weeks in the Dadang family (and his friend's houses) and It was absolutely incredible and deep cultural travel and experience. It was my first big travel after covid time and the first time in Asia, and you know what, It's awesome! I arrived in the hole Ramadan season and it's not comfortable for both sides, but be… read more
23 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Fasting)
He is like my family. I hope he can stay for a year. Hi hi. He helps me in my farm to do some activities. Feeding my duck and fish. Catching fish with net. My students like him very much. She is good at teaching. He is easy to comunicate to my neighbors.
Bro i hope you can come back
Bro i hope you can come back
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fasting) for host
Fantastic experience with my first workaway. I stayed with Dadang and his lovely family for almost 7 weeks, and i would have stayed longer if the visa allowed it. The work and everyday life is wonderfully varied and lively. Some days i would join Dadang to his beautiful High school with an even more beautiful view of the mountain. Other days i… read more
2 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Joshua)
Joshua is the best volunteer who i ever have. He is good at teaching English and helping me to take care of my farm. He is friendly.
I hope much he can come again next time
I hope much he can come again next time
(Excellent)
1 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Joshua) for host
Wow, what an experience.
Me and my friend had an amazing time here with John and his wife Sus, and even though it was only for ten days, it felt like so much longer because of the incredible and enriching experiences they so willingly shared with us - we genuinely felt like a part of the family.
From the first day of walking in the rice fields and… read more
Me and my friend had an amazing time here with John and his wife Sus, and even though it was only for ten days, it felt like so much longer because of the incredible and enriching experiences they so willingly shared with us - we genuinely felt like a part of the family.
From the first day of walking in the rice fields and… read more
24 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Wienke) for host
I'm back in Germany for a while now, but I still think about my time at BC every day. I stayed there for 5 weeks and had the best time! Mr. Tony, his family and the students are the kindest people and I felt home from the first day. They say "BC is family" and that's absolutely true!
Besides the heartwarming hosts, I had many non- touristic… read more
Besides the heartwarming hosts, I had many non- touristic… read more
13 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Eman) for host
Stay with Mr Dadang and his family was awesome. They offered me their family hospitality that went beyond the Workaway experience. They were very flexible are attentive to my needs. Thank you soo much for the nice experience with you and other workawayers. It was a pleasure to help with teaching and sharing inspiring stories with the students.… read more
13 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eman)
Eman is a good girl and a smart girl. She helped my wife to take care of my house. And taught my neighbor how to read arabic. And she taught in muslim school very well. All students was glad cause she could speak English and Arabic.
(Excellent)
13 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Millie & Phillip) for host
Coming to Magelang to stay with Dadang and his family was the best decision! I was here for four weeks and it was my first Workaway. They are so kind and caring and welcomed me as a member of the family. The stay was a great cultural exchange. I very much enjoyed teaching the school children and there were many opportunities to learn how to cook… read more
10 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Virginia & Valentin)
She is a really good volunteer. She is a good teacher. She teaches well. All my students like her. I hope she can come back again. Thanks a lot Virginia
(Very good)
2 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Virginia & Valentin) for host
The experience at Mr Dadang's was amazing :) I felt very welcomed at his house since the first moment. I have tried a lot of javanese food, he introduced me a lot of friends and I had the great opportunity of visiting different schools, from kindergarten to high school. People is very friendly and happy to share everything with foreigners. It is… read more
16 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nate)
If you want to learn english he is the best one you should have. He shared all his experience especially how to get another job. I like him very much he helped our students much and he liked to pkay with children. I hope he will be back to my house again
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nate) for host
This was my first time useing Work away. Mr. dadang and his family treated me like family since the moment I arrived. Ibu (indonesian for mother) without hesitation was always offering me tea, coffee, or food. I bought dragon fruit in the market and she made smoothies for me every morning. I have never been shown such kindness. The school children… read more
13 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marine) for host
Staying with Mister Dadang and his family was one of the best thing I’ve ever done ! They treated me like a daughter and helped me with EVERYTHING I needed. They were and always will be my second family so I can’t recommend more than to go there and experience the real Javanese life !
6 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Malika) for host
I spent 2 weeks in Mr. Dadang's home and I felt like it was my home and my family. Mr. Dadang is a very Nice person. Once I was at his house, I didn't wanted to go to an other workaway even if I had the opportunity ! They are amazing ! Mr. Dadang knows diferent english teachers so you can moove in diferent school, so you can meet a lot of people… read more
7 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Samir)
Jamal is the best volunteer who has visited us. He helped my family a lot. I hope he will come again to help my school again
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samir) for host
Working away with Mr. Dadang was nothing but a pleasure. He and his family are the nicest people, were treating me as family member. I was mostly working with kids at local schools, and that experience is simply the most rewarding.
19 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Diogo)
He is a really really nice man. He is very helpful. He showed his magic to our students. It was very amazing. You will be happy to get a volunteer like him. Unfortunedly he stayed only a week. See you next time
(Excellent)
19 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Diogo) for host
You can consider yourself lucky if Mr. Dadang hosts you ! I had a wonderful time in the week I stayed at Mr. Dadang`s place, all his family is lovely and really attentive. I felt part of his family, all the time they were making maximum effort so I felt comfortable and had my needs supplied. His wife cooks the best food in all Indonesia and I… read more
19 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Chiara)
She is a really really nice girl. She is helpful. Unfortunedly she only stayed a week. I hope someday she could come again
(Very good)
23 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anna Chiara) for host
I'm really happy to share with others helpers my experience in Dadang's house!
They welcomed me like a daughter, and helping with English was nice and rewarding.
Now I know that I will always have a place in Indonesia.
Thank you for this amazing week together!
They welcomed me like a daughter, and helping with English was nice and rewarding.
Now I know that I will always have a place in Indonesia.
Thank you for this amazing week together!
