Want a taste of real culture?
Volunteer at CBKTS today.
Located 60km north of Phnom Penh along the Tonle Sap river, you will live amongst families who have been fishing, silversmiths and artisans of palm oil products for generations.
What volunteering looks like at CBKTS
Our project thrives because of generous volunteers like you. The community urgently needs support to give students a real chance at a better future. In return, you’ll gain an authentic Khmer experience and the reward of making a lasting difference.
Teaching and inspiring
First and foremost, you will be teaching at CBKTS with our incredibly dedicated students. With no requirements for qualifications or experience, all we need is your enthusiasm.
Experience Khmer culture
At our homestay, you’ll experience the warmth of Khmer hospitality, savour authentic home-cooked meals, and immerse yourself in local traditions – all while making a meaningful impact.
Supporting the community
Our impact doesn’t stop in the classroom. We collaborate on community-driven projects like eco-tourism and fishery conservation, helping to protect livelihoods and the environment.
experience the raw culture
Watch a short introduction from Beyond Borders.
Ready to make a difference?
To arrange your stay with us, lets get in touch.
Your responsibilities
Teach and inspire
Our students are incredibly dedicated, choosing to study at CBKTS after a full day of public school. Their commitment to learning is unmatched—now they just need passionate teachers to help bring English to life!
In a typical day, you’ll have the morning to plan lessons and relax. Then in the evening, it’s off to school where you will have one of three classes. Depending on the number of volunteers, you may teach by yourself, in pairs or work alongside our local teaching aids.
Previous teaching experience or qualifications are not required. All we need is enthusiasm and a willingness to give these students your full attention. For any support or guidance, the local team is there to help.
Schedule
5pm – 6pm
Class at CBKTS
Teach at our three CBKTS classrooms. Students are grouped based on age and ability. Our youngest (ages 5+) are learning the alphabet, numbers and handwriting through songs and games.
Our older students following a structured textbook—where interactive and engaging lessons make all the difference!
6pm – 7pm
Conversation classes
Our small focus group of 10 students where we practise conversation and communication abilities. We usually invite the students to a more relaxed setting at Searey’s home where we comfortably discuss a topic decided the previous day.
Extra teaching opportunities
We also support the local public school where you can offer to teach the eldest classes.
Foreign English teachers are a rare sight! The students are thrilled to have you and deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn from a native or fluent speaker.
Start your teaching journey now!
Your Experience
Khmer culture and homestay
More than just a place to stay, our homestay offers a gateway into Khmer culture and traditions. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed like family: sharing meals, learning about local customs, and participating in the daily rhythms of Cambodian life.
It’s an experience that goes beyond sightseeing, offering real connections and lasting memories.
Meet your host
Whilst you help our incredible community, you’ll be staying with Searey, his wife Sreyran, and two children Lina and Mongkol.
Our homestay is basic but comfortable. You will have a private room equipped with a fan and mosquito net. We provide three filling meals every day along with other local snacks and beverages.
We have two bicycles that you can use to explore the village, visit the markets and local bakery. For any other needs, please simply ask.
Trips and tours
The countryside around Kampong Tralach is teeming with activities that few tourists get to see. Here are some of the things you may get up to during your stay.
A visit to the crocodile king
Take a river cruise along the Tonle Sap river and visit traditional mat making, the floating fishing villages local schools, and the infamous Crocodile King.
Work in the rice paddies
Rice farming is the lively hood of many local families. Watch the rice farming process begin from seeds to rice.
Oudong Mountain
Discover the impressive stupa and surrounding temples that were once the royal residence and capital of Cambodia for nearly 250 years.