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1. What is CAI? CAI
(才) means “talent.” CAI is a program funded and supported by its parent
entity, the Promise Foundation, a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charity.
Our
programs target the underserved communities of migrant children in
China. We work through art and sports programs and character
development activities. We also conduct teacher training programs in
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2. What specifically will basketball volunteers teach?Basketball volunteer teachers will mostly teach basic skills in basketball to migrant girls, help students develop an interest in sports and encourage character development through playing basketball. We will provide curriculum and guide curriculum development. Volunteer teachers themselves need to design their own classes in advance. At the end of each class, there will be journal entry time carrying the day’s lesson and review 4C’s. Back to top
3.
What are the requirements for being a basketball volunteer? Should the
volunteers be experts in the field? What’s the teaching objective?We ask basketball teachers to have a background in playing basketball either recreationally or competitively. Above all, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who will share their passion for sports with underprivileged youths. Our goal is not to develop the next Yao Ming; rather, we want to help students develop confidence, courage, commitment and care. Back to top
4.
How many volunteers and students are there in a program? And what are
the makeup and responsibilities of each volunteer team?There are 5~6 volunteers and 20~25 girls from Grade 4 to Grade 6 in a program. In each program there will a leader, three to four coaches and an assistant.
Responsibilities:
Team Leader- Organize team to discuss curriculum plan; Organize and coordinate character development games; Supervise journal entries and facilitate discussion; Provide student and volunteer feedback to the program officer; Communicate with teachers in migrant school to ensure program runs effectiveness.
Coaches-Coach 20~25 female migrant students on basic basketball skills and rules; Implement the CAI curriculum; Provide student and volunteer feedback; Share teaching experiences to other volunteer groups; Willingness to improve teaching methods.
Assistant-
Assist as translator for volunteer teachers who are not bilingual;
Assist in classroom control; Provide assistance to team leader as
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5.
What is the time commitment? What is the time requirement for
volunteering? What if I am ill or have another obligation on a day I am
scheduled to teach?All volunteers are asked to commit to teaching
for two hours on Saturday (or other specified time) for one semester
(about 12 of 14 weeks). The program follows school academic year, the
Fall semester lasts from September to November, and the Spring semester
lasts from March to June. Under certain circumstances, volunteers may
be permitted to commit to 2 or 3 sessions per month.
If you are
ill or have an important prior obligation, please notify your volunteer
team leader as early as possible so that proper arrangements can be
made for your class in advance. Back to top
6. What sort of training do volunteers get?CAI
provides training sessions for new volunteers to go over both general
teaching skills, basketball specific teaching methodologies, as well as
training on how to teach CAI’s 4C’s. During training, we will provide a
handbook that will include a sample lesson plan. Back to top
7. Do the schools have basketballs? If not, who supplies the materials needed in the teaching?The schools most likely do not have basketballs available. CAI will supply basketballs. Volunteers are encouraged to bring other applicable equipment for teaching purposes, if possible. Back to top
8. Where are the schools and how do I get there? Do the volunteers get transportation?Most
schools are located within or near the areas of Beijing's Haidian and
Chaoyang districts, outside the 5th Ring Road. Volunteers are
responsible for their own transportation to and from schools. Public transportation cost is generally less than ¥5. All schools are
accessible by public transportation. We will provide volunteers with
directions.
Most schools in Shanghai are located in Pudong, Yangpu and Minhang districts, near the Outter Ring. Volunteers are responsible for transportation, about ¥20 yuan each way. We will provide volunteers with
directions. Back to top
9. How do I benefit by volunteering at a CAI program?-Gain valuable work experience with an international organization.
-Meet new friends from around the world.
-Build self-esteem and self-confidence.
-Undertake stimulating and challenging projects.
-Develop knowledge, skills and experience for effective -professional practice.
-Receive a thank you letter from CAI.
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10. How do I become a CAI basketball volunteer?We
will place a volunteer recruiting advertisement on the CAI website before
each semester begins. Applicants can then follow the instructions on
the advertisement to apply for a volunteering position. You can also
submit your interest in volunteering through our online volunteer application.
All volunteers will first be interviewed by CAI. After passing the
interview and finishing all training, applicants can become CAI basketball
volunteers. Back to top
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