Volunteers: 6
Age: over 18
Language: English
Host Organization: Meisei University
Terminal: Narita International Airport
Background:
MSSP stands for Meisei Summer School Project, which offers free English classes to junior high school students and elementary or/and junior high school pupils (age 6 to 15) in the neighborhood of Hino city. Volunteer students of Meisei University who are interested in teaching English and planning to be English teachers run this project. Based on the theoretical assumption, they prioritize activity-based teaching rather than the traditional cramming style. Its philosophy is that English teaching and learning are fun and its aim is to develop communication ability in English of the participants.
Work:
Volunteers will participate in MSSP.
- Teach English to junior high school students and elementary school pupils together with Meisei University students.
- Create syllabi and teaching materials for the summer school.
- Participate in setting of the sites/classrooms, organize opening and closing ceremonies, and perform other duties to run the summer school.
Accommodation:
Volunteers will be accommodated in a guest house called Geihinkan located outside of Meisei campus.
Facilities:
Bedding will be provided. There are a washer, a kitchen, a bathroom and a lavatory. Internet access is available in the office only. Please note that there are roles and curfews in the accommodation. Volunteers are strongly required to abide by these rules during the work camp.
Meals:
Breakfast and dinner are self-catering. Cooking materials will be provided by the University. You may be asked to go to a store to get grocery done. Volunteers take turns in groceries. Vouchers which you can use at University cafeteria will be provided for lunch.
What to bring:
Each volunteer is encouraged to bring photos and something to introduce the culture of home country. You are encouraged to show and introduce them at the booth in the international exchange event.
Note:
You do not have to be a native English speaker to participate in this work camp, but experiences in teaching English as a second language are very much appreciated. You can enjoy field trip on weekend.
Location:
Hino city is located in the western part of Tokyo and it is a quiet peaceful town surrounded by abundant nature. It will take less than one hour to get to the central Tokyo.
URL：
Meisei University: http://www.meisei-u.ac.jp/
Meisei Summer School Project (ENGLISH): http://homepage2.nifty.com/meisei_summerschool/
Remarks:
Volunteers who are interested in teaching English, learning Japanese culture are welcome. Volunteers are expected to work together with students of Meisei University and other international volunteers in order to carry the project successfully.