Teaching & Educational Support in Zambia
VOLUNTEER
TEACHING
Engage in Meaningful Educational Lessons with Young Kids
This is one of our legacy volunteer projects, being one of the first volunteering projects we established back in 2006! In Livingstone, you’ll become an integral part of a vibrant community, collaborating with dedicated local teachers in rural primary schools overflowing with eager learners who crave your support. Provide individualised attention to each child, nurturing their academic growth and igniting their potential to achieve their dreams.
Gain invaluable experience developing practical teaching skills while immersing yourself in a diverse and enriching cultural environment, broadening your horizons and fostering personal growth.
Project highlights
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Classroom Assistance
Directly support a local teacher in a rural primary school in Livingstone.
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One-on-One Support
Change a child’s life who is falling behind in their education by providing one-to-one attention.
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Skill Sharing
Share your skills with the local teachers to enhance their knowledge.
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Activity Variety
Help children learn to read, conduct Maths Clubs, or even try your hand at an Ecobrick project.
Available: Year Round
Duration: 2 Weeks+
Price From $1,950 This cost covers your accommodation, meals, project fees, transfers, 24/7 support and in-country orientation.
Project impact areas
Here’s how you will create significant impact through the Teaching & Educational Support project in Zambia.
TEACHING
Assist Local Teachers
Your mornings will be filled with purpose as you step into a primary school nestled within Livingstone’s rural communities. Partnering with a dedicated local teacher, you’ll become an integral part of their vibrant classroom. Consistency is key as a volunteer teacher, allowing you to forge meaningful connections with the children, uncovering their unique strengths and areas for growth. During your volunteer teaching project in Zambia, you can offer gentle guidance and tailor-made support, nurturing each student’s individual potential.
U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
1. No poverty
2. Zero hunger
3. Quality education
4. Gender equality
TEACHING
After School Programs
After-school programs in Livingston offer fertile ground for nurturing children’s development, and you’ll play a vital role in the afternoons. It’s another chance to impart knowledge and support the kids that need some extra attention. You’ll be their guide, leading them through phonics journeys, unlocking the magic of reading, or orchestrating epic outdoor games.
U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
1. No poverty
2. Zero hunger
3. Quality education
4. Gender equality
TEACHING
Maths & Reading Clubs
You’ll run small-group sessions and one-on-one support, helping learners build confidence while strengthening comprehension, vocabulary and numeracy skills. Through games, storytelling and age-appropriate worksheets, you’ll make learning feel fun and achievable, while giving teachers extra support in the classroom.
U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
1. No poverty
2. Zero hunger
3. Quality education
4. Gender equality
Example Weekly Schedule
Monday
Breakfast
07:00 – 07:40
Morning
07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for Project
Drivers Benny or Justin will bring them to the school.
08:00 – 11:00 | Teaching Assistant
Volunteers assist in teaching students from grades 4 to 6, typically at Libuyu Community School. Several subjects may be taught, most commonly English, Math, or Science. Each volunteer is partnered with a school teacher to help grade papers and also has the opportunity to lead classes independently. A total of three lessons are taught each morning. Volunteers receive support in preparing the lessons, and translation assistance is available if needed.
11:00 – 12:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Volunteers have free time to read a book, run errands such as going to the supermarket, or simply relax.
Lunch
12:00 – 12:30
Afternoon
12:30 – 13:00 | Preparation time
The volunteers prepare for the afternoon activities together with the staff, ensuring that everyone is fully prepared and understands their role for the afternoon. At times, they also help make peanut butter sandwiches and juice for the students.
13:00 – 16:00 | Community project
Each day, the volunteers visit a different community project. These may include Eco Club, Math Club, Reading Club, Girl Impact, Rugby, Health Club, and others. Teaching volunteers are mixed with those working in medical, education, or sports roles to create a balanced team.
16:30 – 18:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
A Monday meeting is held with the entire team to get to know one another, review the weekly plan, and share any additional announcements.
Dinner
18:00 – 18:30
Evening
18:30 – Onwards | Free night
Easy night for all the new volunteers.
Tuesday
Breakfast
07:00 – 07:40
Morning
07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for Project
Drivers Benny or Justin will bring them to the school.
08:00 – 11:00 | Teaching Assistant
Volunteers assist in teaching students from grades 4 to 6, typically at Libuyu Community School. Several subjects may be taught, most commonly English, Math, or Science. Each volunteer is partnered with a school teacher to help grade papers and also has the opportunity to lead classes independently. A total of three lessons are taught each morning. Volunteers receive support in preparing the lessons, and translation assistance is available if needed.
11:00 – 12:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Volunteers receive an activities talk from Victoria Falls Backpackers, after which they can book their weekend activities.
Lunch
12:00 – 12:30
Afternoon
12:30 – 13:00 | Preparation time
The volunteers prepare for the afternoon activities together with the staff, ensuring that everyone is fully prepared and understands their role for the afternoon. At times, they also help make peanut butter sandwiches and juice for the students.
13:00 – 16:00 | Community project
Each day, the volunteers visit a different community project. These may include Eco Club, Math Club, Reading Club, Girl Impact, Rugby, Health Club, and others. Teaching volunteers are mixed with those working in medical, education, or sports roles to create a balanced team.
16:30 – 18:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Free time for everyone until dinner.
Dinner
18:00 – 18:30
Evening
18:30 – Onwards | Movie night
Today the volunteers have a movie night in the volunteer house.
Wednesday
Breakfast
07:00 – 07:40
Morning
07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for Journey
Drivers Benny or Justin will bring them to the school.
08:00 – 11:00 | Teaching assistant
Volunteers assist in teaching students from grades 4 to 6, typically at Libuyu Community School. Several subjects may be taught, most commonly English, Math, or Science. Each volunteer is partnered with a school teacher to help grade papers and also has the opportunity to lead classes independently. A total of three lessons are taught each morning. Volunteers receive support in preparing the lessons, and translation assistance is available if needed.
11:00 – 12:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
A language lesson is held, during which a staff member teaches the volunteers some basic Nyanja phrases.
Lunch
12:00 – 12:30
Afternoon
12:30 – 13:00 | Preparation time
The volunteers prepare for the afternoon activities together with the staff, ensuring that everyone is fully prepared and understands their role for the afternoon. At times, they also help make peanut butter sandwiches and juice for the students.
13:00 – 16:00 | Community project
Each day, the volunteers visit a different community project. These may include Eco Club, Math Club, Reading Club, Girl Impact, Rugby, Health Club, and others. Teaching volunteers are mixed with those working in medical, education, or sports roles to create a balanced team.
16:30 – 18:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
The volunteers are taken to the Maramba community to visit the local market. At the market, a wide variety of goods are sold, with the fabric stalls being a particular favorite. Volunteers can buy chitenge fabric, which local tailors can turn into skirts, bags, or other custom items.
Dinner
18:00 – 18:30
Evening
18:30 – Onwards | Games night
The team either play games in the volunteer house or we go to a pub quiz in town.
Thursday
Breakfast
07:00 – 07:40
Morning
07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for Project
Drivers Benny or Justin will bring them to the school.
08:00 – 11:00 | Teaching assistant
Volunteers assist in teaching students from grades 4 to 6, typically at Libuyu Community School. Several subjects may be taught, most commonly English, Math, or Science. Each volunteer is partnered with a school teacher to help grade papers and also has the opportunity to lead classes independently. A total of three lessons are taught each morning. Volunteers receive support in preparing the lessons, and translation assistance is available if needed.
11:00 – 12:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Volunteers have free time to read a book, run errands such as going to the supermarket, or simply relax.
Lunch
12:00 – 12:30
Afternoon
12:30 – 13:00 | Preparation time
The volunteers prepare for the afternoon activities together with the staff, ensuring that everyone is fully prepared and understands their role for the afternoon. At times, they also help make peanut butter sandwiches and juice for the students.
13:00 – 16:00 | Village tour
Every volunteer has the opportunity to take part in the Village Tour, which is organized by the women of the local women’s group. This tour serves as an income-generating activity for the group while allowing volunteers to visit and experience two different communities around Livingstone. Volunteers also get to taste local snacks. If a volunteer has already participated in the Village Tour the previous week, they instead take part in a community project.
16:30 – 18:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Dinner
18:00 – 18:30
Evening
18:30 – Onwards | Free night
Volunteers have free time to read a book, run errands such as going to the supermarket, or simply relax.
Friday
Breakfast
07:00 – 07:40
Morning
07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for Project
Drivers Benny or Justin will bring them to the school.
08:00 – 11:00 | Teaching assistant
Volunteers assist in teaching students from grades 4 to 6, typically at Libuyu Community School. Several subjects may be taught, most commonly English, Math, or Science. Each volunteer is partnered with a school teacher to help grade papers and also has the opportunity to lead classes independently. A total of three lessons are taught each morning. Volunteers receive support in preparing the lessons, and translation assistance is available if needed.
11:00 – 12:00 | Back at the Volunteer House
Volunteers have free time to read a book, run errands such as going to the supermarket, or simply relax.
12:00 – 12:30 | Friday check-in
Before lunch, a “Friday Check-In” is held. During this session, volunteers are asked for feedback on the week, informed of any maintenance in the house, updated on the weekend plans, and briefed on any new arrivals.
Lunch
12:30 – 13:30 | Cultural meal
Afternoon
13:30 – 16:00 | Cultural afternoon
Volunteers gather in the boma at the backpackers, where one or two staff members give a talk about Zambia. The session includes time for questions and answers, followed by a “mock wedding,” in which two volunteers are playfully married to demonstrate a traditional Zambian wedding. Afterward, everyone participates in drumming and dancing together. If a volunteer has already attended the cultural afternoon the previous week, they instead take part in a community project.
Dinner
18:00 – 18:30
Evening
18:30 | Free night
Volunteers have free time to read a book, play games, run errands, or simply relax.
Accommodation & Meals
Livingstone, Zambia
Your home away from home in Livingstone is a friendly, secure volunteer base with comfortable shared rooms and social communal spaces.
You’ll stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers in a comfortable, social volunteer set-up with shared rooms (4–8 beds), hot-water shared bathrooms, and access to facilities like a dining area, bar and swimming pool. It’s also an easy walk to Livingstone town centre for shops, cafés and restaurants.
You’ll be supported by African Impact staff throughout, with a full orientation on arrival. The base has 24/7 security, clear safety procedures, and robust participant and child-protection policies in place.
Life at the Base
Livingstone, Zambia
Livingstone is a vibrant, soulful town with a friendly atmosphere. It is known as the adventure capital of Africa, situated close to Victoria Falls. Adventure isn’t all that awaits female empowerment volunteers in Zambia – Livingstone’s heart beats with the rhythm of a rich culture and history. Enjoy dinner overlooking the Zambezi river and take in the most spectacular sunsets you’ve ever seen.
On the weekends, you can chase adrenaline at Victoria Falls with white-water rafting, bungee jumping or a gorge swing, take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi, join a game drive in a nearby national park, explore local markets and culture, or simply unwind by the pool with your volunteer crew.
SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport with various packages allowing for phone calls and/or data usage. Our accommodation offers free WiFi that enables you to make contact with home. Power and electricity supply can be intermittent in Livingstone and its surrounds so do bring your power banks and embrace patience if you encounter an outage. TIP: Ensure your cellphone is enabled to allow for a foreign SIM card if you intend to use one.
Arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport (LVI) on your Monday start date, landing between 9am and 6pm in order to make the complimentary transfer service. Look for the African Impact sign – a friendly face will be there to welcome you!
Our brilliant African Impact team, led by Base Manager Sander, will look after you during your time with us! Whichever project you choose, you’ll get to know everyone incredibly well both out on project and around the base. Our crew of changemakers are waiting to welcome you to Livingstone!
Our base has outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team is trained in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies. The base is equipped with fire safety equipment and evacuation plans. We have comprehensive policies, including child protection, to protect all participants. Upon arrival, trained staff will induct you on our policies, procedures, and code of conduct to ensure your safety and awareness.
Project Destination
Livingstone is a vibrant, soulful town with a friendly atmosphere. It is known as the adventure capital of Africa, situated close to Victoria Falls. Adventure isn’t all that awaits female empowerment volunteers in Zambia – Livingstone’s heart beats with the rhythm of a rich culture and history. Enjoy dinner overlooking the Zambezi river and take in the most spectacular sunsets you’ve ever seen.
Communication
SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport with various packages allowing for phone calls and/or data usage. Our accommodation offers free WiFi that enables you to make contact with home. Power and electricity supply can be intermittent in Livingstone and its surrounds so do bring your power banks and embrace patience if you encounter an outage. TIP: Ensure your cellphone is enabled to allow for a foreign SIM card if you intend to use one.
Flights & Arrivals
Arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport (LVI) on your Monday start date, landing between 9am and 6pm in order to make the complimentary transfer service. Look for the African Impact sign – a friendly face will be there to welcome you!
Staff
Our brilliant African Impact team, led by Base Manager Sander, will look after you during your time with us! Whichever project you choose, you’ll get to know everyone incredibly well both out on project and around the base. Our crew of changemakers are waiting to welcome you to Livingstone!
Safety
Our base has outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team is trained in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies. The base is equipped with fire safety equipment and evacuation plans. We have comprehensive policies, including child protection, to protect all participants. Upon arrival, trained staff will induct you on our policies, procedures, and code of conduct to ensure your safety and awareness.
...the joy of making a real impact...
“As soon as I arrived in Livingstone I immediately fell in love with the color and the people of this country. I strongly advise this incredible adventure to everyone because you will meet fantastic people and a impressive culture. Here I worked in Libuyo school where I found kids that fill my heart with happiness and joy and apart from that I also found very friendly volunteers with whom a real family was created.”
Filippo Boerci, 18, Italy
Pricing
Rates
| Duration | Program Fee |
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| 2 weeks | $1,950 ($975 per week) |
| 3 weeks | $2,800 ($934 per week) |
| 4 weeks | $3,650 ($913 per week) |
| 5 weeks | $4,500 ($900 per week) |
| 6 weeks | $5,350 ($892 per week) |
| 8 weeks | $7,050 ($882 per week) |
| 10 weeks | $8,750 ($875 per week) |
| 12 weeks | $10,450 ($871 per week) |
| 2 weeks | £1,560 (£780 per week) |
| 3 weeks | £2,240 (£747 per week) |
| 4 weeks | £2,920 (£730 per week) |
| 5 weeks | £3,600 (£720 per week) |
| 6 weeks | £4,280 (£714 per week) |
| 8 weeks | £5,640 (£705 per week) |
| 10 weeks | £7,000 (£700 per week) |
| 12 weeks | £8,360 (£697 per week) |
| 2 weeks | €1,794 (€897 per week) |
| 3 weeks | €2,576 (€859 per week) |
| 4 weeks | €3,358 (€840 per week) |
| 5 weeks | €4,140 (€828 per week) |
| 6 weeks | €4,922 (€821 per week) |
| 8 weeks | €6,486 (€811 per week) |
| 10 weeks | €8,050 (€805 per week) |
| 12 weeks | €9,614 (€802 per week) |
| 2 weeks | $2,886 ($1,443 per week) |
| 3 weeks | $4,144 ($1,382 per week) |
| 4 weeks | $5,402 ($1,351 per week) |
| 5 weeks | $6,660 ($1,332 per week) |
| 6 weeks | $7,918 ($1,320 per week) |
| 8 weeks | $10,434 ($1,305 per week) |
| 10 weeks | $12,950 ($1,295 per week) |
| 12 weeks | $15,466 ($1,289 per week) |
Inclusions
- Backpacker style accommodation with swimming pool
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon - Fri)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All project transport, equipment and resources
- Support from experienced local and international African Impact staff
- Full orientation for responsible project contribution
Exclusions
Price excludes flights, visas, insurance, weekend tours and personal expenses.
Requirements
- The minimum age to join this project is 18 years old
- The minimum stay for this project is 2 weeks
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Project faqs
Do I Need Teaching Qualifications To Volunteer In Zambia?
While a teaching qualification is not mandatory for all our teaching programs, a genuine passion for education and a willingness to learn are essential. We offer comprehensive training and support throughout your experience, equipping you with the necessary skills to effectively engage with students in a classroom setting.
What Kind Of Support Will I Receive As A Volunteer Teacher?
You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and collaborative environment! Our experienced program coordinators and local teachers will provide ongoing guidance, mentorship, and training throughout your volunteer teaching placement. They’ll be readily available to answer your questions, address any challenges you may face, and ensure you have a fulfilling and enriching experience.
What Are The Living Arrangements Like For Volunteers In Zambia?
We offer comfortable and secure accommodation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the local community and culture. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow volunteers and share your experiences in a supportive and friendly environment. Additionally, we provide meals and assist with transportation arrangements to ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay.
Our favourite weekend activities in Zambia
Africa’s adventure capital offers no shortage of ways to spend your weekends as a volunteer. There’s something for everyone – from the adrenaline junkie to culturally intrigued traveller.
