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TEACH BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS IN INDIA

  • Project Duration:  1 – 12 Week(s).
  • Project location: Dharamsala, India.
  • Minimum Age: 17+
  • Start Dates: All year round with flexible start dates you can choose your own start and finish date. However we recommend you to arrive on Sunday.
  • Volunteer Certificate: Offered after Program completion & references (on request).
  • Volunteer Work: 5 days Monday to Friday per week.
  • Weekends: Are free to explore the local area or to enjoy optional Add-Ons including Agra (Taj Mahal), Jaipur, Trekking in Himalayas & much more.
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TEACH BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS IN INDIA

As a volunteer in India you can play part in transforming societies from the traditional paper systems to new digital era. You will teach children and adults how to use computers, bringing them up to speed on how they can use digital tools to make a difference in their lives. The computers as well as internet connections will be provided throughout the learning process. Work with students who have little or no knowledge of computers – teaching basic computer skills, things such as switching on the computer, using the mouse, paint, typing skills, cut, copy paste, internet, email writing, CV writing, job application, managing different windows or word processing skills.

Computer skills are vital for young people who want to seek employment or higher education. India is a forward-thinking nation, but many children still struggle to gain access to technology. Our computer skills programs enable volunteers to pass on some of their knowledge and ensure students get the best possible start in life.

KEY POINTS FOR VOLUNTEERS:

• This program has been created with the aim to educate communities by Teaching basic computer skills, internet, email writing, writing skills, CV writing, job application, and interviewing skills among others. Learning computers is exciting and sometimes challenging for those who otherwise have little opportunity to use them. Show students that with regular use, computers are easy and fun and not only used for work purposes but for recreation and as a self-learning tool too.

• Program includes pickup & drop off from Dharamsala airport, accommodation in volunteer house, hot running showers, wi-fi, with 3 meals everyday & much more. Volunteers can take part in incredible optional add-ons, including a Taj Mahal in Agra & much more. All details are mentioned below.

AT A GLANCE

Volunteer Requirements.

  • Volunteers must be 17 years or older.
  • You must have an open mind for working in a new and different environment.
  • We doesn’t require you to have any specific qualifications or experience.
  • All you need is the desire to help, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to succeed.
  • You need to speak English of basic level.

Volunteer Role & Responsibilities

  • Your role is to educate communities by teaching basic computer skills, typing, internet, email writing, writing skills, CV writing, job application, and interviewing skills among others.
  • Teaching fundamentals computer skills & work in a community.
  • Make new friends & earn internationally volunteering experience.
  • Children are very welcoming and always happy to see volunteers from all over the globe and eager to learn.
  • Use your knowledge to help the students in group classes. Create teaching resources for children & work with other volunteers to plan lessons.

Typical Schedule For Your Day

  • 08:00 AM – Breakfast at volunteer house.
  • 09:30 AM – Prepare for volunteer class.
  • 10:00 AM – Travel to work areas.
  • 10:30 AM – Volunteer work.
  • 12:30 PM – Return to volunteer house.
  • 01:00 PM – Lunch.
  • 02:00 PM – Travel to afternoon work area.
  • 04:30 PM – Work at the placement usually ends. Volunteers are free to travel back to volunteer house or do some shopping.
  • 07:00 PM – Dineer.

ACCOMMODATION & MEALS

→ Volunteer House is large, clean, comfortable and communal. We have western comforts (electricity, hot running showers, fans, filtered water for drinking and western toilets). You can expect to share a room with one to three other volunteers of the same gender. There is an additional fee of $100 per week for a private room which can be only booked prior arrival to volunteer house. Volunteers enjoy the shared environment of the Volunteer House – large bedrooms (separate male and female), bathrooms, large living areas for enjoying meals, relaxing and preparing lessons.

→ Three delicious, hygienic and healthy meals are provided each day at the iSpiice Volunteer House. Generally main meals will consist of traditional Indian food like vegetables, rice, Dal (lentils), roti (Indian bread), salad, Paratha, Jam, Butter, eggs, Porridge, Bread, Tea (chai) and filtered water is provided in the volunteer house.

→ There are small shops nearby to buy soft drinks, snack food, washing powder and basic toiletries. iSpiice cater to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies to particular foods.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

→ Choose to take part in optional ADD-ONS to India’s famous UNESCO heritage sites while volunteering.

→ You can visit Taj Mahal in Agra, Trekking at Himalayas, Golden Triangle Tour (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur), Jaipur City Tour, Capital Delhi City Tour, Manali Tour, Haridwar-Rishikesh Pilgrimage Tour, Varanasi Pilgrimage Tour, and Golden Temple trip to Amritsar with iSpiice.

→ For further information please visit OPTIONAL ADD-ONS page.

→ You can add even one or more ADD-ONS of your choice. For many International volunteer’s it is their first time in India and seeing the Taj Mahal, experiencing Delhi and traveling to multiple states is almost as important as doing volunteering.

→ All programs are guided by an experienced iSpiice staff member and we’ll organize the whole thing, so you can relax and enjoy India’s best sites while volunteering.

What’s Included?

  • Pick-up & drop-off from Dharamsala airport by an iSpiice team member.
  • Pre Departure Information Kit, which has all information regarding your program, work area information, things to bring, immunizations details and welcome details.
  • Program briefing on arrival at the iSpiice house.
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared freshly and hygienically by iSpiice’s talented Indian chef.
  • Filtered purified water.
  • Accommodation at the iSpiice volunteer house with wi-fi & electricity.
  • Separate male and female bedrooms and bathrooms (with hot water showers 24*7 and western toilets).
  • Material required for volunteer work such as teacher’s workbooks, pens, pencils, paper and children’s stories – you may wish to bring educational supplies from your home country.
  • Market visit on arrival.
  • Project placement & onsite supervision.
  • Certificate of service as a reference for your future volunteer programs.
  • Visa support and advice.
  • Friendship from the wonderful iSpiice team, fellow volunteers and the local community.
  • 24/7 assistance by in-country coordinator.
  • And most importantly – a donation to the community for educational supplies, basic food supplies, school renovation supplies and help iSpiice sponsor local children to get an education.
  • iSpiice cater to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies to particular foods.

 

What’s Not Included?

  • Airfare, travel insurance and Indian visa.
  • Spending money for bottled water, snack foods and dining out whilst on weekend excursions.
  • Any personal expenses.

Program Cost

We make every effort to keep costs low and at the same time offer you professional and comprehensive services for your volunteer abroad experience. Please compare our prices and services with other organizations and you will be surprised.

We welcome volunteers from all over the world. To convert the program fee in your currency please visit www.xe.com

 

Duration US$ GBP AUD EURO CAD$
1 week 250 195 370 225 330
2 weeks 550 430 820 500 730
3 weeks 700 550 1040 630 925
4 weeks 850 660 1260 765 1125
5 weeks 1000 780 1485 900 1320
6 weeks 1150 900 1700 1040 1520
Every extra week 150 120 225 135 200

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE: * An application fee of $225 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment to confirm your spot. (A 5% international banking fee is charged at the time of payment)

Start Dates – 2024

To join the program with us we are flexible with start dates. As per your travel plans you can choose your own program start and finish date. You can arrive on any day to join the volunteer program. However, we recommend you arrive on Sunday.

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  • January07, 14, 21, 28
  • February04, 11, 18, 25
  • March03, 10, 17, 24, 31
  • April07, 14, 21, 28
  • May05, 12, 19, 26
  • June02, 09, 16, 23, 30
  • July07, 14, 21, 28
  • August04, 11, 18, 25
  • September01, 08, 15, 22, 29
  • October06, 13, 20, 27
  • November03, 10, 17, 24
  • December01, 08, 15, 22, 29

Where in India will I be working?

Currently, program available in Dharamsala location. Dharamsala offers magnificent views of the snow covered Himalayan peaks, pine forests and tea gardens. Full of life yet also peaceful, Dharamsala offers the perfect destination for volunteer work in India. Not surprisingly, His Holiness the Dalai Lama holds residency in the area. Volunteers can explore the different monasteries and Buddhist temples. The communities we assist are set in the green valleys at the foothills of the Himalayas and many of the children are from farming communities in the area. Arriving in Dharamsala is like stepping into another world. With its remarkable natural beauty.

Volunteer Reviews

Truly an amazing program that is making a difference for the children of Dharamsala, India. The program was very well organised and I always felt completely comfortable, safe and like part of the community. Teaching was challenging but deeply rewarding will never forget the children and women we taught English and IT skills to, and it was definitely hard to say goodbye! The included excursions are something you don’t get with other volunteer agencies and I’m so glad I was able to see the Taj Mahal and Golden Temple while volunteering. Overall, my month in India was really wonderful thanks to Varun and iSpiice!” Varun & his team are leading the way with amazing work and they need your help to continue. I have no hesitations coming back to iSpiice and i am already planning my next trip”

Olivia Smithers from Australia.
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