Volunteer Teaching in Nepal

Proficiency in English can open doors to global opportunities for people in Nepal. Unfortunately, children from disadvantaged backgrounds often cannot afford private schools. Government schools are frequently underfunded and lack experienced teachers, making it difficult for these children to develop strong English skills.

Through RCDP’s volunteer teaching program in Nepal, volunteers collaborate with these understaffed schools to help children improve their English language skills. Your guidance and dedication can make a lasting impact, improving both the current learning environment and future opportunities for these children.

This program is an ideal opportunity to gain international teaching experience, immerse yourself in Nepal’s fascinating culture, and contribute to the growth and development of underprivileged children - all while enriching your own career.

Become a volunteer in Nepal and experience the fulfillment of making a real difference. If you’re ready to create a positive impact and change lives, join RCDP now and be part of this life-changing journey.

Why Choose the Volunteer Teaching Project with RCDP?

The Volunteer Teaching Project is one of several volunteer programs RCDP runs across Nepal, and among the most valuable. It gives you the chance to gain hands-on experience while making a real difference. Through your small effort, you can create a lasting impact on children who otherwise wouldn’t have access to quality English education. By volunteering in underfunded schools, you help improve their English skills and open doors to a better future. Here’s what makes this project truly worth joining:

Enhance children’s English skills

Volunteer teaching helps improve children’s English abilities. Your role is to support them in language learning and communication skills.

Gain valuable international teaching experience

Joining an international volunteer teaching program adds a new dimension to your life. Through this experience, you’ll explore different teaching styles, adapt to new environments, and connect with people from diverse backgrounds.

Support your personal development

Helping children learn goes beyond just teaching- it also helps you grow personally. You’ll build confidence, patience, and the ability to handle new challenges with ease.

Foster a meaningful cultural exchange

Being part of a local community naturally creates a cultural exchange. As you teach, you share your own culture, and in turn, the children introduce you to theirs. This two-way interaction fosters a genuine and meaningful cultural connection.

A trusted organization

RCDP has been running volunteer programs in Nepal since 1998- longer than most other providers offering this placement. To date, more than 18,000 volunteers have traveled with us.

Volunteer Responsibilities

When you join this volunteer English teaching opportunity in Nepal, you will teach disadvantaged children in schools. Your primary responsibility will be teaching conversational English to help them improve their language skills. You will also support recreational and artistic activities, assist local teachers with their work, contribute to curriculum development, and, if needed, help with daily school administration tasks.

Your day-to-day activities will include:

• Leading conversational English practice with children aged 5 to 13.
• Helping students with pronunciation and reading aloud.
• Teaching everyday vocabulary — family, food, weather, numbers, colors, the body.
• Running games, songs, storytelling, and drawing activities that make English fun.
• Assisting the English class teacher during lessons.
• Preparing simple teaching materials such as flashcards and picture cards.
• Helping with school events and celebrations.

Skills and Qualifications

To take part in this volunteer teaching program in Nepal, fluency in English is required. No other specific qualifications are necessary. However, you should enjoy teaching children and be patient, open-minded, and respectful. As volunteering is about supporting and caring for disadvantaged communities, you are also expected to be hardworking, passionate, and compassionate toward those in need.

Requirements:

• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Minimum age 18 (16–17 with consent)
• A minimum commitment of one week
• Patience and genuine enthusiasm for working with children
• Good physical and mental health for local living conditions

Volunteer Schedule

In Nepal, you will work with different schools, each with its own needs, tasks, and programs; there is no fixed schedule or daily itinerary. Just be prepared to help with many exciting tasks and activities.

Here is a sample daily schedule:

• 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM – Enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading to teach the children
• 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM – A full day of fun activities. Enjoy teaching, talking, and playing with the children
• 4:00 PM – Work usually ends at this time; you are free to explore the mesmerizing local areas
• 7:00 PM – Dinner time: a great time to discover local Nepali cuisine and bond with your host and fellow volunteers

Start Dates

The volunteer teaching program in Nepal starts on each Monday of the month, year-round. If travel constraints prevent you from arriving on these dates, your program can also start on any day of the year.

Note: Keep in mind that Nepal’s school calendar is different from what you’re used to, so the timing of your trip matters. If your dates don’t match the school calendar, you could end up arriving during a festival break or exam period, when regular classes aren’t running. It’s worth planning your dates carefully to make sure your placement falls during an active school term.

Fees

Every year, hundreds of volunteers from UK and USA-based organizations spend up to $2,500 for a 2-week program in Nepal. However, RCDP offers the most affordable program fee, starting as low as $150. The fee is divided into a registration fee ($279) and a weekly fee.

In addition to Nepal teaching volunteer programs, RCDP runs projects supporting underprivileged children and orphanages. We currently manage one orphanage and conduct school construction/renovation programs (for details, visit: RCDP Achievements). The majority of your program fee goes directly to your program, with any remaining funds supporting these community projects and orphanage.

The weekly fee is typically allocated as 50% for room and three local meals per day, and 50% for project support and local staff. Allocation may vary depending on the location or type of project, but your program coordinator will explain these details before payment.