Volunteer With Jordanian Children: This program is an excellent opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students, professionals, retirees, social workers, and teachers interested in volunteering with children. It is also ideal for anyone, whether a native or non-native English speaker, interested in interning with Jordanian children.
In addition, those interested in childhood education will benefit from volunteering with children in Jordan. Volunteers will be provided with a full immersion into Jordanian culture, daily life, and the educational system.
Flexible Volunteer Opportunities in Jordan
Volunteers in Jordan can join our program for the period that best suits them, from 1 to 13 weeks. They can come at any time of the year, as we are flexible with our start and end dates. People of all backgrounds and nationalities are welcome to apply, provided you are at least 18 years old.
As a volunteer in Amman, you will have the chance to meet many Jordanian children who yearn to interact with international visitors. Jordanian children are the future, and helping them grow will have a direct impact on their well-being and that of their country. You will make a difference in their lives as well as yours.
Educational classes and workshops will take place in various locations, including the Excellence Center in Jordan, the local Jordanian community, day care centers, schools, children’s organizations, special needs schools, and local refugee camps in Amman.
Upon their arrival in Amman, volunteers will have the opportunity to craft and develop workshops tailored to Jordanian children. These workshops and classes will constitute the primary portion of the volunteers’ workload during their time volunteering in Jordan.
Volunteer with Jordanian Children: Applications Open for 2026-2027
The Excellence Center in Jordan is excited to announce that applications for our Volunteer with Jordanian Children Program are now open for the 2026-2027 period! This unique program offers an incredible opportunity to work directly with Jordanian children, fostering education, creativity, and cross-cultural understanding.
Volunteers will engage in activities such as teaching English, organising games, leading English clubs, facilitating summer activities, hosting drawing sessions, conducting workshops, and supporting various educational initiatives. This program is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking meaningful volunteer programs in Amman, Jordan, for the 2026-2027 period.
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Previous Workshops Have Included:
- Drama for Jordanian refugees
- Fun days for Jordanian kids in the refugee camps
- Conversational English language workshops for Jordanian kids
- Arts and music for disabled Jordanian children
- Media training for Jordanian school students
- Environmental camps for young school students
- Mathematics lessons
- Journalism workshops for high school students
- Medicine (First Aid Courses)
- As well as others.
(Disclaimer: All volunteers wishing to work with Jordanian children will be required to take a safeguarding interview. This is to ensure that volunteers fully understand their responsibilities as caretakers of children, as well as the laws and protocols in place to protect children from abuse.)
The Excellence Center in Jordan will assist all volunteers in acquiring the necessary resources to conduct their intended workshops successfully, and connecting them with local experts here in Amman. These resources and experts include local NGOs, community centers, refugee organizations, schools, charities, law firms, universities, and day care programs. All these resources are made possible by the Center’s deep ties to the local community here in Amman!
Furthermore, volunteering with children in Jordan will be a fully immersive experience for those involved. Volunteers will not only have the opportunity to work with Jordanian children on a variety of subjects. Still, they will live and breathe Jordanian culture, Arabic, and the rich history of the Levant! This will occur in several ways.
Firstly, volunteers will have the opportunity to reside with a Jordanian host family or in a cozy apartment. In either case, volunteers will be fully immersed in daily life in Jordan.
Secondly, by engaging with Jordanian children, you will tend to forget your language barriers, helping you to learn Jordanian colloquial Arabic playfully.
To Volunteer With The Jordanian Children, You Should Be:
- Willing to work with Jordanian children from diverse backgrounds
- A student or graduate who seeks teaching experience
- Someone interested in the educational system in Jordan
- An English or education major student
- 18+ and willing to make an impact on the local community
- Someone who desires to help the future leaders of Jordan
What Do You Need To Be A Volunteer?
- To be 18 years or over
- The ability to communicate in English
- The ability to work with an international team
- Patience and enthusiasm
- Eagerness to learn
What Don’t You Need?
- The ability to speak Arabic
- Travel or work experience
- To be a native speaker of English
- A degree in English or any specialization
- Experience in teaching English as a foreign language
A Huge Range Of Impacts
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children program is well-researched and targeted, suitable for anyone who wants to gain insights into the daily life and education of Jordanians as well as experience in teaching English.
We aim to make a long-term difference to the local Jordanian community through the exchange of ideas and by “walking in each other’s shoes”. Volunteering and interning are unique opportunities to genuinely make an impact on your life and on the lives of Jordanian children and refugees, as well as on the broader community in Amman.
Summer Volunteer Programs
For people looking for volunteer programs or internships with children over the summer in Jordan, the Excellence Center in Jordan offers outstanding volunteer opportunities that span from May to September. These volunteer programs and internships are ideal for students, English native speakers, and anyone with a summer break or anyone looking to volunteer on an extended visit.
Arabic Language Courses
In addition, the Excellence Center in Jordan offers free in-person Arabic language courses to all of its volunteers. These courses span 3 hours per week and will continue throughout their stay in Amman. Learning Arabic will be a valuable asset to their mission to aid the Amman community in Jordan.
Furthermore, the Excellence Center conducts regular ventures into Amman, visiting Jordanian cultural sights, businesses, factories, local universities, schools, and refugee camps, as well as natural parks and treasures – all of which are intended to give volunteers a well-rounded understanding of Jordan.
Do You Need University Credits?
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children program offers students university and internship credits, if needed for your university. If you are applying for funding to volunteer in Jordan, the Center would be more than happy to help and can provide any and all requested documents.
Who Is This Volunteer Program For?
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children program is for anyone interested in working with children and who understands the importance of connecting Jordan to the world.
Exposing young Jordanians to people and cultures will connect them to the world community and help dispel, at a young age, any preconceptions they may have about other cultures.
This volunteer program is perfect for those interested in Islamic culture, Arabic culture, and language. It can also help you build a career with international NGOs. Many NGOs, Jordanian governments, and international organizations see volunteer work in the Middle East, and experience with the Arabic language as a major plus.
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children program is open to people of all ages, from students to seniors, who wish to make a difference in the lives of Jordan’s youth and children.
Who Can Participate?
Those who love working with Jordanian children and who wish to make a career out of doing so are encouraged to apply. The children of Jordan are eager to learn. Being a constructive force in their lives by volunteering in Jordan is the best way to ensure their prosperity.
The Excellence Center in Jordan does not discriminate on any basis. This includes a person’s nationality, ethnicity, religious standing, gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis. Furthermore, the Excellence Center has a long history of welcoming people from around the globe.
Participants have visited the Excellence Center from the following countries: The United Kingdom, the United States of America, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Canada, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Australia, Japan, South Africa, Singapore, South Korea, Ireland, China and New Zealand! All people who wish to advance the welfare of Jordanian children are encouraged to apply!
Accommodation
When residing in Amman, participants in the program will have the option of either staying with a host family (depending on availability) or in a cozy apartment. Both options offer unique advantages.
Whichever housing option the participant chooses, their time in Jordan will be immersive, enriching, and memorable!
Interacting With Jordanian Culture
Volunteers in Amman will find that most Jordanians are incredibly friendly and open to foreigners. Furthermore, if participants use their Arabic skills, whether well developed or not, they will find that most Jordanians are enthusiastic and patient communicators. They will be happy that people have taken an interest in their language and culture.
In addition, Jordan is located at the heart of the Levant (the eastern Mediterranean region and the cradle of three world religions), offering ample opportunities to visit cultural sights, historical monuments, and other landmarks. Although Jordanians face difficult circumstances, participants will find them friendly and open, and that Amman is a safe place to learn, intern, and volunteer!
Benefits of Volunteering:
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children program offers many benefits, including:
- 12 hours of Arabic lessons for each month that you intern with us, or 3 hours per week
- Accommodation with a host family or in a shared flat
- Breakfast with other participants (6 times a week)
- Support before your departure and during your time in Jordan
- Visits to various sites in the city of Amman, including refugee camps, the old town, and different factories, as well as other cities and tourist sites such as Aqaba, Petra, Jerash, Madaba, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Umm Qais, and Ajloun Castle
- Engagement in educational, social, and community activities
- Arabic hospitality and a pleasant climate
- Access to nearby cities and tourist sites
- Assistance from well-qualified, attentive Arabic teachers with excellent educational backgrounds
- A certificate upon completion
You will get the opportunity to meet Jordanian university and school students, as well as members of the Amman community and local organizations, as an international student studying Arabic in Jordan, as well as the to travel to Jordan’s most ancient sites in Petra, Amman, Wadi Rum, Irbid, and Aqaba, and broaden your experiences in the Middle East!
Traveling to Amman
Traveling to the Excellence Center’s center in Amman is stress-free and straightforward. You’ll fly directly into Amman, and from the airport it’s only about a one-hour drive — roughly 40 km — to reach our school. If you have any questions about your journey or need help with arrangements, our team is always happy to assist. You can find our contact information at the bottom of this page.
What Language is the Program Run In?
All our volunteer programs and colloquial Arabic lessons cater to English speakers. However, to ensure full immersion, as the course level increases, less English will be used in the classroom.
Volunteer With Jordanian Children Program: Overview
| Place of Program | Amman, Jordan |
| Program Fees | Starting at €250 – Check Our Price List |
| Program Focus | Volunteer with Jordanian children Volunteer with Jordanian refugees Work with disabled kids in Jordan |
| Age | 18-70 Years Old |
| Minimum Duration | 1 Week |
| Maximum Duration | 13 Weeks |
| Weekly Arabic lessons | 3 hours per week |
| Class Duration | 45 Minutes |
| Number of Volunteers | Variable (3-5 Volunteers) |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Program Reviews | Reviews (94%) on gooverseas.com Reviews (96%) on goabroad.com Video testimonials |
| Airport Pickup | Available (Fee applies) |
| University Credit | Available |
| Program Language | English |
Program Reviews
The Excellence Center in Jordan has proudly earned several Community Awards, including recognition as the Best Arabic Language School overseas, one of the best Online Programs for Jordanian Colloquial Arabic Providers, and the Top Provider of Volunteer and Internship Opportunities abroad for the years 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. For further details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
- +900 reviews (96.8%) on gooverseas.com
- +190 reviews (93%) on goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
- Our Awards
Summary
The Volunteer with Jordanian Children Program presents an ideal opportunity for university students, gap year participants, and individuals on sabbatical seeking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Jordanian children in Amman. The scope for applying your skills as a volunteer is virtually limitless.
Engaging with children in Jordan is an unparalleled experience, one that will profoundly influence participants’ perspectives for years to come. Furthermore, volunteering in Amman is the perfect stepping stone for those passionate about working with Jordanian children and refugees or pursuing a career in early childhood education and children’s welfare. Take action today and embark on your volunteering journey in Jordan!
How To Apply
If you’re excited about volunteering with Jordanian children, don’t hesitate to drop us an email at Info@studyarabic.org. We’re here to help, and you can expect to hear back from us within one business day.
In the subject line of your email, write “Volunteer With Jordanian Children .” Upon writing back to you, we will attach an application form, which you will fill out and return to us to begin the process.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at:
WhatsApp: +962 7 8509 1450
Address: Badr Ad Din Zaza, Jabal Al Lweibdeh, Amman 11190, Jordan
Website: https://ecjordan.org/
Volunteer in Jordan: https://volunteerinjordan.org/
Study Jordanian Arabic: https://studyjordanianarabic.com/
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