Edumentor International |
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Teachers Mentoring Teachers |
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The Director of Edumentor International makes final selections from the volunteer list. Careful selection is made to match host schools and volunteers so that a successful partnership makes the experience positive for both parties. |
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They will be looking to see whether you are putting in adequate preparation time for lessons and class work. They want to see children's work displayed attractively and that you are making creative use of local materials for your displays and lessons. They will be looking for creativity and hard work. |
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Recommendations for your name to go on the list is made by your local Education Director to Mr. Ken Weslake or Dr David McClintock. Either Mr. Weslake or Dr. McClintock will visit you in your school and assess your teaching. If satisfied they will then add you to the volunteer list. Once on the list you need to send your resume to Director@EduMentorInt.org and apply for selection.
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Those of you teachers who would like to be a volunteer need to first contact your local Education Director and discuss this with him. You will be required to demonstrate dedication and commitment in your classroom and then your name can be recommended to the TPUM and SPD for addition to the volunteer list. A more comprehensive list of indicators will be available from the Education Director. |
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How can I get to be a volunteer? |
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Who makes decisions as to who goes on the volunteer list? |
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What are Mr. Weslake and Dr McClintock looking for in my classroom? |
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Who makes the selection of volunteers from the Volunteer List? |
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Please set out carefully your requirements and the types of jobs your volunteer is expected to fulfill. State whether you require a male or female volunteer (accommodation may determine this) Edumentor will do the very best it can to match you with a suitable volunteer. |
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As a host school how can we ensure we get a volunteer who meets our needs? |
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To contact us: |
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What can I do if I am in a foreign country and am unhappy with my school or host family? |
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If you feel you cannot speak directly to your principal or host family please contact your Edumentor Director immediately and she will take steps to help you resolve your problem. |
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How long does it take to process a volunteer and have them arrive in the US? |
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Processing will take two to three months. If you are interested in a volunteer please contact Edumentor well before the end of your current school year. |
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Will I get some time for a holiday and recreation while in the US? |
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Yes, you will have the normal school holidays available to “look around” at the country you are in. There will be two weeks at Christmas and another week at Spring break in March. Once the school year ends in June you can plan on a month of free time before you need to leave for home. This time needs to be worked out with your host family to fit in with their arrangements. |