ich, regina stierschneider, bin aktuell das 2. mal als volunteer in kathmandu in einem tibetisch-buddhistischen kloster.
ich bin freizeitpädagogin und hab den aufbaulehrgang für kinder-und jugendarbeit beim ifp abgeschlossen und viele jahre als parkbetreuerin in wien gearbeitet.
wir suchen für die kleinen mönche, die das ganze jahr über im kloster leben und dort auch zur schule gehen, einen interessierten mann im alter von 27-40 Jahren mit einschlägiger ausbildung zum freizeitpädagogen oder ähnlichen ausbildungsschwerpunkt.
mit der bereitschaft sich auf diese erfahrung einzulassen und sich den flug und das visa selbst zu finanzieren... (als österreicher/innen haben wir die möglichkeit 3 monate vias plus 2 monate verlängerung)
mehr informationen hier auf englisch...
Volunteer Opportunity: Organize Playtime for Monastic Children in Nepal!
Location: Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery, Boudha, Kathmandu, Nepal
Minimum Commitment: 3 months
Start Date: Rolling basis (Apply now!)
Are you passionate about working with children and bringing joy into learning? Do you have a creative, energetic spirit and a love for adventure? We are looking for a male volunteer who can lead fun and pedagogically sound playtime activities for our young monk students (ages 5–14) at Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery in Boudha, Kathmandu.
What You’ll Do:
6 days per week for 7 hours
Organize engaging and meaningful play sessions that support learning, creativity, and cooperation
Create a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment
Introduce games that build physical coordination, teamwork, and curiosity
Work closely with teachers and monastic staff to adapt activities to the cultural context
What We Offer:
Basic but comfortable accommodation at the monastery
Three healthy meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
A spiritually enriching short trip to:
Asura Cave, a sacred meditation site
Nagi Nunnery in the hills of Kathmandu
Thousand Buddha Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha
Requirements:
Male applicant, age 27–40 preferred
Prior experience working with children (teaching, coaching, or youth work)
Enthusiastic, respectful, and open-minded personality
Physically active and able to lead group games and outdoor activities
Good communication skills in English
Cultural sensitivity and willingness to adapt to monastic life
Creativity in planning child-centered activities with an educational approach
Bonus: Background in education, early childhood development, or physical education is a big plus!
Why This Matters:
At KNSL Monastery, we believe education isn’t just about books—it’s also about laughter, movement, and discovery. Your time and energy will bring light into the lives of young monks who are dedicated to both study and inner growth.
Apply Now and make your next 3 months unforgettable—for you and the children!
For more information or to apply, please email: [your_email@example.com]