Teach English in Palestine/West Bank ( One Week – Three Months)
Teach English in Palestine/West Bank (1-12 weeks) is designed for those who want to teach English to Palestinians (Conversational part) and interact with Palestinian community. It’s also a great opportunity to travel to Palestine, visit historical sites, get to know the culture, live with a Palestinian host family, and most importantly leave a very positive impact on the Palestinian community.
The program aimed at teaching Palestinian students the practical skills necessary to developing conversational fluency in English, while simultaneously bolstering their reading, listening, and writing skills. Volunteers at the Palestinian Center find opportunities to help Palestinians everyday—both within and beyond the classroom.
English is one of the most important languages in the world. No one can doubt the importance of this language in connecting people from different countries together. It is a language that can be used in diverse situations, for example to travel, study abroad, or work for a multinational company.
Where does the Teach English In Palestine Program Take Place?
- It takes place in the heart of Palestine, in the city of Hebron. Hebron, Al-Khalil in Arabic, is located in the southern part of the West Bank.
- It is 30 km (19 miles) south of Jerusalem. The population of Hebron is about 300,000 persons who reside in the city, and about another 500,000 who live in the surrounding villages.
What Teach English in Palestine Program includes?
- Teach English in Palestine program simply includes teaching English to Palestinian children ages 6-12-year-old, adults, and community members (you can choose which target group you want to work with).
- You will be focusing on the conversational part of the language which includes how to deal in situations, how to answer questions, and how to know the very important words that someone needs in certain subjects.
How long can I participate in the program?
Our volunteers can choose to participate in the program for a period of one week up to three months. Whatever length of time you choose, we will support you so that you have a great and unique experience at our Center and in this wonderful city of Hebron.
IMPORTANT Links/Files
| Our Video Gallery | Get to Know us! (Pdf file) |
| Our Photo Gallery | Our Volunteer Programs |
| Reviews on Go Abroad | Our Internship Programs |
| Reviews on Go Overseas | Study Shami Arabic |
What if it’s my first time teaching English?
- If this will be your first time teaching English, don’t worry our local teachers will be there for you. They will definitely guide, assist and provide you with all needed materials.
- In addition, at the beginning of the program, you will be attending English classes to see how teachers manage their classes which give you the time to be prepared.
What are the benefits of the Teach English in Palestine program?
By participating in this program, you get the following:
- Teaching Palestinian children, adults, and community members and interacting with them.
- Learn how to manage an English class and learn new methods of teaching English.
- Experience the hospitality of Palestinian people and Palestinian culture by being part of the Palestinian center’s educational, social, and community activities.
- Engaging in the Palestinian community.
- Accommodation, including either staying with a local host family or at our 8th-floor apartment. Private accommodation is also available with extra fees.
- Three hours of Arabic lessons per week – Two classes/1,5 hours a class.
- Daily Palestinian breakfast.
- Local visits to different places e.g. old city, and meeting with Palestinian families in Hebron city.
- Day Trips every Monday to refugee camps in Hebron & Bethlehem & some areas of political importance.
- At the completion of the program, you will get a participation certificate and a recommendation letter.
Teach English in Palestine Program fees
250$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 3 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
480$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 6 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
595$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 9 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
690$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 12 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
845$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 15 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1070$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 18 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1215$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 21 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1450$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 24 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1630$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 27 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1810$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 30 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1990$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 33 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
2250$
American Dollar This includes accommodation, local visits, 36 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
250$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 3 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
480$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 6 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
595$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 9 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
690$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 12 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
845$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 15 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1070$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 18 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1215$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 21 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1450$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 24 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1630$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 27 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1810$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 30 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
1990$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 33 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
2250$
American DollarThis includes accommodation, local visits, 36 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.
What does the Participation Fee include?
| Accommodation | Host family or at our 8th-floor apartment Private accommodation is available with extra fees |
| Arabic Lessons | 3 Hours a Week – Two Classes/ 1,5 hours of Arabic lessons each |
| Meals | Daily Palestinian breakfast |
| Day Trips | To refugee camps in Hebron & Bethlehem & some areas of political importance |
| Sightseeing | Historical & politically important places in the city of Hebron |
| Certificate | Certificate of participation & recommendation letter at the end of the program |
How to pay the fees? (Payment Options)
- You may pay your participation fees either by Bank Transfer or by Western Union or MoneyGram. Payment via Western Union and MoneyGram, you can do the transfer online using your credit card.
- Payment of fees and signing of the participation contract must be made to reserve your place in the program.
- In participation fees that exceed $800, the applicant can pay 40% in advance and the rest of the 60% must be paid 45 days before the date of participation.
- Unfortunately, the participation fees can’t be paid in cash, as we arrange your participation ahead of time.
How Do I Get A Visa To Enter Palestine?
Visas are routinely granted upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) if you are a citizen of an exempted country, or at the Allenby-King Hussein Bridge border crossing; Hamas controls the border in Gaza with Egypt. Tourist visas are valid for 90 days; most Americans and Europeans are issued three-month visas upon arrival and clearing customs.
If your home country does not have an exemption agreement with Israel, you will have to procure a visa from the Israeli embassy/consulate at home before you visit. Because many Arab countries do not accept Israeli stamps upon passports, Israel now issues their visa on a separate small card with a bar code indicating the visa time validity. Please keep this visa card WITH your passport at all times. You may check to see whether your native country participates in a visa exemption agreement.
Who is eligible to join the Teach English in Palestine Program?
- The Palestinian Center has hosted people who have come from a myriad of countries, such as the USA, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Colombia, France, Japan, China, Chile, Switzerland, Russia, Germany, and many more.
- Since this program focuses on the conversational part of the language then this program fits those who have or have no experience in teaching English, what you need is to speak English very well and have management skills.
- The Center welcomes all people who are 18 to 75 years old to apply to the Teach English in Palestine Program. Academic or professional degrees are not required to join the program. The Program may be especially suitable for students who are studying programs in teaching and education, as well as English Literature.
Information Regarding the Teach English in Palestine Program
| Place of Teach English in Palestine Program | Hebron (H1 – Under Palestinian Control), Palestine |
| Program Fees | Starting From 230$ – American Dollar |
| Age | 18-75 Years Old |
| Minimum Duration of Teach English in Palestine Program | One Week |
| Maximum Duration of Teach English in Palestine Program | 12 Weeks – Three Months |
| Types of English Classes | Individual Classes & Group Classes |
| Teaching Hours | 4-5 hours a day – 5 days a week |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Program Language | English |
| Days off | Two days including Fridays & Thursdays or Saturdays |
| Arabic Lessons | 3 Hours a Week – Standard Arabic Or Ammiya |
| Educational Degree | Not Required |
| University Credit | Available |
When can I apply to the Program?
- We work year-round. Volunteers and interns decide when he/she is available to participate.
- We are very flexible when it comes to starting and ending dates.
Do I need to know how to speak Arabic?
- No, volunteers are not obligated to know Arabic. The Center will provide you with 3 hours of Arabic lessons each week with one of our teachers.
- The participant can choose either to study Modern Standard Arabic (Fusha) or Spoken Arabic Language (known as Ammyia) once they start their program.
Things to know before you come to Palestine!
| Living Costs in Palestine | Approx. 50-70$ a Week |
| Weekend in Palestine | On Friday |
| Food in Palestine | The West Bank engages primarily in heavier meals involving the use of bread, rice, and meat, and coastal plain inhabitants frequent fish, other seafood, and lentils. |
| Wifi Access in Palestine | At houses, cafes, restaurants – Almost everywhere |
| 3G Service in Palestine | Available since Jan 2018 |
| The official language in Palestine | Arabic – Palestinian Dialect (One of the Levantine dialects) |
| Currency in Palestine | Mainly Israeli Shekel (NIS). Jordanian Dinar & American Dollars are also used in buying Real estate and land. |
| Transportations in Palestine | Yellow Taxies & Orange Mini-Vans |
| Weather in Palestine | Summer (25-30°C), Winter (0-9°C) |
| Nearest Major Airports to Palestine | Ben Gurion Airport in Israel if you travel via Israel Alia International Airport if you travel via Jordan |
Can I add more Arabic hours to my hours in the program?
Yes, volunteers can add additional Arabic language instruction hours. Each extra hour costs $20.00. Please mention this in your application.
Can I combine this program with another internship/volunteer program?
Yes, this program can be combined with one or more of the other internship or volunteer programs that the center offers.
May I extend my program duration while I am there?
Yes, volunteers are allowed to extend their participation period. In this case, volunteers must inform the center coordinator at least one week before the end of the current program.
What is the application process?
- First, send us an email asking for the application form.
- We send you the application, you fill out the application and send it back to us.
- Our team reviews your application. We may invite you for an interview by means of a Skype/WhatsApp call.
- If you are selected after the interview, we will send you a confirmation form which you fill out and return to us.
- We prepare and send you the Invitation Letter and the Contract. We will also send you the invoice for payment, which will include all the information regarding payment options.
- You will sign the contract and make payment in order to reserve your place in the program.
- We will send you an Orientation Booklet and travel instructions. These two items will provide you with all the information on how to get to Hebron and contact the Center. One of our coordinators will provide his/her contact number within an email sent to you.
Documents you’ll receive from us!
Important Articles to READ – Please Click to Read
How to apply or ask for additional information?
Please send an email to Mr. Tamimi, at info@gopalestine.org. Please type “Teach English in Palestine Program” in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us of your interest, ask any questions you may have, and request an application. Very shortly we will reply to you.
