Embedded in Teach For India’s vision, mission, and programs, are the values of service, of community, and of paying it forward.
The Volunteer Program brings these values to life.
The Volunteer Program brings these values to life.
Volunteering with Teach For India allows you to work directly with students while gaining meaningful exposure to the grassroots reality of education in India today. By immersing in our classrooms, working alongside our Fellows, and engaging with children, you will have the opportunity to learn more about yourself, gain exposure to a range of inequities across communities, and create real impact in the lives of our students.
Through the Volunteer Program, we hope our students have access to caring, motivating and inspiring individuals across the country who will strengthen their holistic learning and development
>50 hours
of consistent volunteering to receive a certificate of completion
A thriving community
of like-minded, passionate change-makers
A deep sense
of purpose
of purpose
that stays with you beyond
the program
the program
Volunteering with Teach For India provides you with an opportunity to:
- Work dedicatedly and meaningfully with students.
- Collaborate with our Fellows
- Gain grassroots-level experience and insight into the state of educational equity
- Engage in reflecting dialogues on reimagining and transforming education in India
- Grow your learning, impact and leadership
Sushant
Sushant, at the age of 39, has been volunteering with TFI for more than a year. He visits his assigned school in Kurla, Mumbai, thrice a week, staying for nearly the entire school day. After 13 years as a Consultant with Deloitte, following an engineering degree and an MBA from XLRI, he decided to step away from the corporate path.
Today, he dedicates himself to guiding children toward brighter futures, fueled by a deep sense of purpose. Through volunteering, Sushant now articulates deeper insights into systemic issues that affect children in schools.
Today, he dedicates himself to guiding children toward brighter futures, fueled by a deep sense of purpose. Through volunteering, Sushant now articulates deeper insights into systemic issues that affect children in schools.
Vihaan
Vihaan, a 16 year old student at Bombay International School, is a lego enthusiast. Over the years, he's realised the importance of these toys to strengthen problem solving skills & creativity in one's childhood. Acknowledging the high price point, he's conscious that not every child has access to these toys. Each alternate Saturday, he visits a School in Pratiksha Nagar, Mumbai, along with his lego sets, to teach children the different kinds of blocks, their specific uses, and concludes by having them build a particular model.
Ansika
Ansika, a Teach For India Student Alum, has grown into a dedicated volunteer, embodying resilience and leadership as she inspires and uplifts her students. Now volunteering as a lead instructor, Ansika incorporates creative activities like Diwali-themed projects and encourages students to listen not just to her but to each other. She reflects on how these experiences have shaped her leadership skills. “Volunteering has taught me to adapt, communicate, and understand the diverse needs of a classroom. It’s helped me grow as a Leader and as someone who truly values the power of education.”
In case of any queries, you can write to us at volunteer@teachforindia.org.
