All Photos WorldTeach is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that provides opportunities for individuals to make a meaningful contribution to international education by living and working as volunteer teachers in developing countries.

Focus Areas:	Children, Education
Countries Served:	All 16 countries: American Samoa Bangladesh Bulgaria Chile China Costa Rica Ecuador Micronesia, Federated States of Guyana Kenya Marshall Islands Namibia Poland Rwanda Thailand South Africa   Summary by region: Australia & Oceania Asia Europe Latin America & Caribbean Africa

Description of Services:
In each of our programs, volunteers are placed in schools and host communities in developing countries that specifically request WorldTeach volunteers and would otherwise be unable to afford or locate qualified teachers. Volunteers receive training, language preparation, and field support, empowering them to make an impact that will last long after they leave.
History:
WorldTeach was founded by a group of Harvard students in 1986, in response to the need for educational assistance in developing countries.
Accomplishments & Progress:
Since its inception, WorldTeach has placed thousands of volunteer educators in communities throughout Asia, Latin America, Africa, Eastern Europe and the Pacific.