Laos - Kindergarten Assistant

Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of Luang Prabang Province in northern Laos, lies in a valley at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers. Inhabited for thousands of years, it was the royal capital of the country until 1975. It's known for its many Buddhist temples, including the gilded Wat Xieng Thong, dating to the 16th century, and Wat Mai, once the residence of the head of Laotian Buddhism. Although a bit further afield, it is still worth the journey for sure. It is one of the most beautiful towns in Southeast Asia, thanks to its alluring mountainous landscapes and riverside location.

- Assist this understaffed facility and help reduce the work burden on local staff.
- Give you invaluable experience and skills working with preschool children.
- Improve village children’s educational prospects especially character development, with an addition of English Proficiency and other sets of skills.
- Provide learning tools that empower students to create a better future for themselves.
- Gain glimpses of Laotian educational approaches in preschool or Kindergarten.
- Facilitate a cultural exchange which broadens the perspectives of all engaged in the program.

Introduction Day
Your project starts with an introduction day on the first Monday including a tour of the area surrounding the accommodation, available facilities, cultural "do's and don'ts", safety concerns as well as some basic local language lessons.

Monday to Friday
Breakfast
Teaching
Feeding
Sleeping time for the children / Lunch time for you (outside the kindergarten)
Feeding time
Teaching
Activities and playing games
Dinner at the guesthouse

Please note that the volunteer activities and schedule can change at any time based on the needs of the project, local conditions, the weather and unforeseen circumstances.

Evenings & Weekends
During the evenings you are generally free, and there are no program activities scheduled unless otherwise mentioned. During the week every evening, you can visit the night market, the Mekong River, restaurants, and tourist sites. At the accommodation, you will find great sports facilities including a volleyball court and soccer pitch.

Weekends are free but we do recommend to take a trip down to visit Vang Vieng or Vientiane (at own cost).

Additional Activities & Events
Monday Evening:
Immerse yourself in the vibrant festivity, and discover mouthwatering treasures of Lao’s finest flavors, adventure, and scenic spots at the night market. Finally, don't miss this opportunity to gather with fellow participants and local coordinators and experience the ultimate fun experiences, gastronomy, and culture of Laos.

Tuesday Evening:
There is a BBQ night every Tuesday. Savor the mouthwatering BBQ dish while having a complete and perfect opportunity to relax, chill, and spend time with other participants at our rooftop restaurant! What a great treat after having a long day of project activities.

Wednesday Evening:
Our local team is providing them to enjoy the bowling game.

Thursday Evening:
We will head to a nearby local restaurant (or if preferred, stay in our location) to enjoy one of Southeast Asia’s favorite activities - Karaoke! (or “sing a song”, as the locals like to call it). You can also have some fun dancing to the music, singing at the top of your lungs, chilling and relaxing, having deep conversations with fellow participants, and making sure to have the best time of your stay. Come on and join in with us as we sing your favorite tunes and have a musical trip down memory lane. It’s not about having the best voice, however, it is about having the most fun!

The Culture Week will kick off with an introduction to Laos customs, do’s and dont’s and Laotian language classes. Further during the week, you can try your hand at local agriculture practices, handcraft lessons with local help, cooking classes, take a dip in a beautiful waterfall, experience the real buzz at local markets and many more! Of course, we cannot miss the chance to show you the ins and outs of the ancient historical city and its culturally valuable temples, one which is quite different to other cities in Southeast Asia. You will also get a chance to meet and greet one of the Laotian tribes, giving you some special moments to remember for a lifetime. We have a visit to bear conservation planned just for you during the Culture Week!

Please note:
Modest clothing - ladies are requested to cover their shoulders and legs when visiting temples. Wear a dress that covers shoulders and knees, and basically the more that is covered the better. Men must wear trousers, T-shirts and shoes, and strictly follow the dress code policy.

The kindergarten is closed on public holidays. During these dates, you will get the day off and a chance to join the local festivities to further immerse yourself in the local culture.

2025
08 March
14-16 April
01 & 11 May
01 June
10 & 20-21 July
07-08 October
05 November
02 December

Minimum age of 18
Intermediate level of competency in English
Police Clearance Certificate on sign-up *
Passport copy sent with the cv at least two weeks before arrival *

* Please provide us with the documents at the latest two weeks before your arrival. These documents are required to register you with the Laotian authorities and guarantee the project placement.

Closed toed shoes (no flip flops allowed)
Modest clothing (shoulders covered, long pants or skirts over the knees on the school grounds)

Volunteers need to be flexible and keep an open mind concerning their placements as situations can arise beyond our control which could require you to be placed at a different project than the one you have initially chosen. We will of course always do our utmost to fulfill your initial wishes but do remember that where you are going is quite different from where you are coming and as such one should be prepared for things not always going according to plan.

Volunteering and intercultural travel share a common trait: the more you put into it, the more you get out of it. This program is designed for proactive individuals and groups that are prepared to adapt to the local environment and its current needs. Naturally, the scheduling and activities of our program are subject to change. Alterations in activities are mainly due to changes in local conditions, which we believe is part of what makes overseas programs the interesting adventure and incredible learning experience that they are.

Our projects range from 1 week up to approx. 30 weeks. Projects have a specified minimum stay, then it’s up to you how long you can commit. In our experience the longer you stay the more you will gain, as your understanding of the project broadens and you take on more responsibilities. Every volunteer will be given a certificate of appreciation at the end of their stay as a symbol of volunteering stay.

You are more than welcome to bring materials such as games, color pencils or anything else that might come to mind for your teaching time as well as other activities.