Volunteer Information

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TEACH (Only 30 minutes each week)

BUDDHIST RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION IN VICTORIAN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

The Buddhist Council of Victoria is seeking volunteers interested in teaching Buddhist Religious Instruction in Victorian primary schools where the Principal and school community have expressed interest in having Buddhism taught.

NEXT TRAINING : TBA

Applications for volunteer training are taken throughout the year.
Training will be conducted at different times for a minimum of four (4) applicants.
Training can be arranged at individual temples if there are four (4) people interested.

Details of venues available after acceptance.

No prior teaching experience required. 15 hours of training provided including school visits and class observations. Ongoing support & professional development included.

YOU WILL NEED TO BE:

      A good communicator with young children

      A current member of a Buddhist centre or temple which is affiliated with the Buddhist Council of Victoria.

      A practicing Buddhist with five years experience (minimum)

      Able to provide a written reference from a recognised Buddhist teacher

      Willing to apply for a Working With Children Check

      Available to teach for 30 minutes per week during school hours

This program is endorsed and supported by the Buddhist Council of Victoria,

Religions for Peace, and the Victorian Department of Education.

For a printable copy of the above information, click here. You can also download an application form from here.

For problems or questions regarding this web contact educationinfo@bcvic.org.au
Last updated: 16-May-2008.