Adventure assistant in Academy of Childhood
MITTETULUNDUSUHING NOORED UHISKONNA HEAKS
MTÜ Lapsepõlve Akadeemia
Tallinn, Estonia
Description
The Academy of Childhood is a unique private kindergarten in Tallinn. This is a Village of Childhood, where a child can have a happy childhood which will be a true support in their adult life in the Open World. At the Academy of Childhood, children are offered a wide range of play activities from sensory integration, general physical fitness, spontaneous child’s play to board games. Children take part in organising life and space within the home of the Childhood Academy – they participate in preparing the house and garden for their games, create their own playing areas and look after the garden.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The accommodation costs are covered. Volunteer will live in a shared flat equipped with all the necessary utilities for comfortable living. The flat will be located not far from the activities place. Each month volunteer’s receive pocket and food money. The transportation from home country to Estonia and back will be covered according to the distance calculator of Erasmus+ program. The local transport card will be provided.
Training during the activity
The volunteer will have an on-arrival and mid-term training provided by the Estonian National Agency. Every 12 weeks a meeting with all the volunteers and coordinators will take place in different parts of Estonia to evaluate the progress of the volunteering projects, to set goals, socialize and discover new locations in Estonia.
Participant profile
Our volunteer focuses on nurturing the social and emotional well-being of young children. They provide a safe, comforting presence for children who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or in need of extra care throughout the day. By engaging in one-on-one conversations, offering gentle encouragement, and helping children navigate their emotions, they create an environment where every child feels heard and supported. Their empathy allows them to connect deeply with children, while their patience ensures that each child is given the time they need to express themselves. Through consistent reassurance and positive interaction, the Volunteer helps children build confidence, resilience, and a sense of security in the classroom setting.
Activity dates
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 01/10/2024 to 31/12/2025
Activity location
Tallinn, Estonia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline