Level up your impact! Volunteer at the Gardeja Kindergarten!
Stowarzyszenie Akwedukt
Przedszkole w Gardei
Kwidzyn, Poland
Description
Are you an active, young person with a passion for new horizons and a love for children? We are seeking a kind, energetic volunteer who is ready to play on the carpet, build with blocks for hours, and receive millions of hugs from sweet little ones! If you're interested in child development, teaching English and non-formal education, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Come be a part of our team and make a positive impact on the local youth and community! We are looking for someone who loves to work with children aged 2 to 8. You will support our teachers during the most important period of early childhood education. Your tasks will include: * Helping with daily activities and routines, teaching English and other topics * Engaging in creative play and games. * Assisting children with developing independence. * Bringing your own creativity and ideas to the kindergarten environment. * Bringing an intercultural approach to a small, village, local community <3
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
You will receive health insurance, monthly pocket money for food, and other expenses (180€+700PLN). Travel costs will be reimbursed depending on the travel distance (based on the UE calculator). Accommodation in a double room, in a three or four-bedroom flat. Student standard, covered bills. ✨ Details here: https://www.akwedukt.org.pl/accomodation/ ✨ ✨ Application Form and Info-pack ✨ https://www.akwedukt.org.pl/?page_id=7501 https://www.canva.com/design/DAGAsfG053I/47_X9vTlNMM5TSxUBmM79w/edit?utm_content=DAGAsfG053I&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton
Training during the activity
Before coming to Poland, volunteers have to be prepared for the project by the supporting organization from the volunteer's country. Volunteers participate in the training offered by the Polish National Agency: on-arrival training and mid-term, and Akwedukt's Association inner programme: introduction training, methods of working with kids, monthly meetings and evaluation sessions, skill-oriented meetings, youthpass certification trainings, and any other preparation and trainings needed inside the Hosting Organisations.
Participant profile
We are looking for people who enjoy working with children aged 2–8. The kindergarten in Gardeja and Primary School is located in a picturesque, small village. Volunteers will assist teachers in various age groups. Their tasks include playing with children, helping with tidying up, and creating decorations for the classroom. Volunteers are also encouraged to create and run their own activities for the children, such as dance, singing, language lessons, and more. ✨✨✨ We're looking for volunteers for 6 - 9 months, with an option for prolonging the project! ✨✨✨ You can apply if you are between 18-30 years old (on the day you start your ESC), can communicate in English, would like to learn Polish during your time in Kindergarten, are interested in working with kids and youngsters, enjoy being creative, and have a curiosity to explore non-formal education. Active, open, responsible, and ready for daily routine. ✨✨✨LINK TO APPLICATION FORM✨✨✨ https://www.akwedukt.org.pl/?page_id=7501
Activity dates
From 01/02/2026 to 31/10/2026
Activity location
Kościuszki 35/2, Kwidzyn, Poland
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Territories, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Sint Maarten (dutch part), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Social challenges
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2025-1-PL01-ESC51-VTJ-000346447