Music teachers needed in Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam Tanzania 🇹🇿

We opened a music college in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and are planning another campus in Zanzibar. At the moment we do not have students who can pay for lessons. Our focus is on talented children and young people from the local community who cannot afford a music school. We are looking for volunteer teachers who can share their skills and help us build this project.

Host type

• Private / individual / family

Host mission

We are looking for volunteers because we have just started and cannot afford to pay professional teachers. My husband is a popular musician in East Africa who performs under the name Damian Soul. His journey in music is the inspiration for this college, and it is also the source of the school’s name: Damian Soul Music School.

We believe there are many talented kids in the streets with dreams and strong musical potential. Our goal is to help them learn music, develop their talent and, in the future, support their families through their art and help the next generations. Art and music are still growing in our country, and we want to be part of this change.

Tasks and type of help

We welcome volunteers who can support different parts of the project, especially music teaching and basic management of the school.

• Administration
• Charity work / fundraising
• Computer / web
• Teaching English and language exchange
• Film-making
• General help
• Marketing
• Writing

Music teaching roles

We are especially looking for volunteer teachers in these areas:

• Guitar (acoustic and electric)
• Piano / keyboard
• Bass
• Drums
• Music production
• Sound engineering
• Songwriting and singing
• DJ skills

Hours and days of help

Volunteers are asked to help around 6 hours per day, 4 days per week, with 3 days off. The exact timetable and activities can be discussed before arrival, depending on classes and students.

Accommodation and food

We can offer accommodation only. Volunteers stay in simple local housing and should be ready for basic conditions.

Accommodation details

• Dormitory / shared rooms
• Private home
• Private room for a couple (when available)

Diet and nutrition

We can accommodate vegetarians and vegans. Please let us know your dietary needs in advance so we can plan together.

Fees transparency

Visa support

Maybe. We can help with an invitation letter if the candidate has good qualifications. Volunteers are responsible for checking their own visa requirements for Tanzania.

Benefits and free time

Volunteers can expect cultural exchange, workshops and local experiences around Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar. During free time, the host can guide volunteers to historical places and interesting areas nearby.

Practical information

Language

English and Swahili are used in daily life and classes.

Geography and climate

The weather is generally sunny, and the region is close to the Indian Ocean. It can be hot and humid, so volunteers should be comfortable with a tropical climate.

How to get there

Volunteers can arrive by plane, bus or train, depending on their starting point. More detailed travel instructions are given after your application is accepted. Please see the contact details section below.

Internet access

Yes, there is internet access.

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