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Calling all artists! Share your creativity with young minds in Benin, Africa.
* Program Fees reduced for programs of any duration ending on or before April 30th, 2012 in Benin.

*Pursue a program of any duration in Benin or Buea, Cameroon ending on or before April 30th 2012 and your program fee will be reduced by 50%. This is an exceptional opportunity to pursue a top-quality program with excellent in-country support at a reduced price.

To receive reduction, quote voucher code OW2727.


Our partner, the International Centre for Arts & Music in Ouidah (CIAMO) is a vibrant center devoted to promoting arts education as a dynamic tool for growth in the developing world. Every week over 300 students pass through the doors, taking advantage of opportunities to thrive and grow in the arts. CIAMO also works with local area artists, helping them to gain expertise that permits them to become better artists and better teachers. CIAMO relies on a team of international and local artists to teach its students. We need your help!

Your Role
The Visual Arts Teacher volunteer will collaborate with the Visual Arts Program Manager to teach color, design, paint, and sculpture to primary and secondary students in Ouidah.

Examples of Activities
Teach basic classroom art to large classes with the assistance of primary school teachers (30-60 students)
Teach small classes in the volunteers speciality (Ex. watercolor, muraling, sculpture)
Work with local visual artists to reinforce their skills as both artists and teachers.
Language Requirement
Intermediate French (Note: if you do not have the required level of French, contact us to learn about options for language learning before your placement or other opportunities which may be suited to your goals and skills).

Typical Volunteer Hours
Volunteers should consider teaching at CIAMO as a full-time activity. S/he will spend 5-10 hours a week teaching primary school students, and another 10-20 hours a week teaching smaller classes, working with artists, and helping star students to excel.

Duration: 2 months +

When: Based on class schedules, it is preferable for the volunteer to start in January, April, July or October.

Asset Skills:

Experience as an art teacher or teaching-artist
Enjoys working with children
Able to use a variety of artistic media
1-2 years of university level studies in the fine arts (may be currently enrolled).
Knowledge of photography and videography is a plus!

Duration

Min: 2 weeks Max: 6 months Longer placements considered on a case by case basis

Start Dates

Any day of the year

Costs / Benefits

*Pursue a program of any duration in Benin or Buea, Cameroon ending on or before April 30th 2012 and your program fee will be reduced by 50%. This is an exceptional opportunity to pursue a top-quality program with excellent in-country support at a reduced price.

To receive reduction, quote voucher code OW2727.

Includes:
-Accommodation
-Airport pick-up and drop-off
-Pre-departure support including cross-cultural preparation materials, fundraising guidance, blogging guidance
-Language lessons
-Program placement

Requirements

An open mind and a willingness to learn