Call for Volunteers in Austia
🗓️ When
October 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027
📍 Where
Vienna, Austria
Kindergruppe Farbklecks Kindergarten
💡 What will you do?
Support the daily activities of a small kindergarten group and assist pedagogues in working with children aged 2.5–6 years.
Your tasks may include:
• Supporting children in their daily routines and activities
• Helping teachers during educational and creative projects
• Reading stories, singing songs, and participating in interactive activities
• Assisting in crafts, drawing, and creative learning sessions
• Supporting outdoor activities and playground time
• Helping prepare meals and snacks for the children
• Contributing your own skills (sports, art, music, languages, etc.) through small activities or workshops
• Developing social and communication skills while working with children and a pedagogical team
The volunteering experience also focuses on personal development, teamwork, and intercultural exchange.
🏫 A Typical Day
08:00 – The kindergarten opens and children start arriving
09:00 – Volunteers join the team and support the morning activities
10:00 – Breakfast together with the children
10:30 – Outdoor activities and group interaction
13:00 – Lunch
Afternoon – Free play, calm activities, or small group programs
15:00 – End of volunteer working hours
16:00 – Kindergarten closes
Volunteers work approximately 30–38 hours per week.
🎁 What you get
💶 Pocket money: according to ESC programme rules
💶 Food allowance: provided according to ESC standards
🏠 Accommodation: arranged by the coordinating organization
✈️ Travel costs: reimbursed according to ESC distance calculator
📚 Additional support includes:
• Language learning support (German)
• Mentorship and supervision
• Participation in ESC training activities
• Youthpass certificate at the end of the project
👤 Who can apply?
• Young people aged 18–30
• Open-minded individuals who enjoy working with children
• Interested in education, intercultural learning, and community activities
• Motivated to work in a team environment
• Willing to learn basic German during the project
Previous experience with children is welcome but not mandatory.
For Apply: LINK
