Volunteer
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CAI is a volunteer-powered organization, driven by the strengths and passions of those who dedicate time and attention to empowering China’s underprivileged youth. 
 
Our volunteers come from all over China and the world - over 20 countries are represented in our volunteer rosters.

Our volunteers are helping to change the world, one life at a time.

Below are descriptions of our most pressing needs. We also welcome individuals whose skills or time do not fit into the descriptions below but are still interested in contributing. 

Coach basketball in Shanghai or Beijing

Join us and teach young migrant girls important life skills through the power of sports!

Teach Art Classes in Beijing

Sign up now and share your joy for art with migrant students and help them to develop skills and appreciation for the creative arts. 
 

Help us introduce music into the lives of migrant children.  Join us today!

Other opportunities

Volunteer coordinator (2-3 full working days each week)

Activities include interviewing and recruiting volunteers; assigning tasks and responsibilities to volunteers; distributing paperwork; organizing and coordinating volunteer orientation and training; managing and updating the volunteer database; and monitoring, assessing and evaluating volunteers; and providing ongoing support for volunteers. More information here.
 

Teacher training volunteers

Activities include assessing teachers’ training needs and adapting current training materials; attending preparation meetings to develop training materials; training teachers on curriculum development, innovative teaching methods, student motivation and leading workshops on specific topic areas; and providing follow-up support to participants. More information here.
 

You can become a volunteer for any of these positions and more by filling out our volunteer form here. Or you can always contact us by sending an e-mail to volunteer(@)cai-china.org.

 
 

Upcoming Events

CAI Fall 2010 Volunteer Recruitment Has Kicked Off!

Looking for volunteer teachers for our innovative and fun programs. Be a part of the change and make an impact on a migrant child's life!

For more information and to download our application form, please visit our Get Involved page.

Deadline to apply is August 31, 2010.