Math/Science Teacher Training
Overview
Volunteers in math teach basic concepts, including remedial math, geometry, algebra, statistics, probability, and calculus. They also work in after-school programs, youth clubs, and library development. Volunteers in science teach general science, biology, chemistry, and physics. In addition to classroom teaching, Volunteers collaborate with local teachers to develop teaching materials and improve teaching techniques. They also integrate health and environmental education into the curriculum and support other school and community activities, such as HIV/AIDS prevention.
Education
Math: Applicants can qualify with a bachelor’s degree in math, computer science, or engineering;
OR a degree in any discipline with a minor in math (15 semester or 22 quarter hours) that includes two calculus courses;
OR a degree in secondary education with a concentration in math or a degree in any discipline with certification in secondary math.
Science: Applicants can qualify with a bachelor’s degree in general science, biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, or any physical or biological science;
OR a degree in secondary education with a concentration in any science;
OR a degree in any discipline with certification in secondary science.
Experience
Applicants typically have at least three months of experience in tutoring or informal teaching with small groups. This experience can be in classrooms or one-on-one. Other relevant experience includes community service, especially with youth; youth development work, such as day care or camp counseling; health and HIV/AIDS and environmental education; and computer literacy and programming.
Last updated Aug 04 2009