English Education Volunteer

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Given this uncertainty, we have temporarily listed future opportunities by work sector and region of the world. Please connect with a recruiter to learn more.

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Sector Description

Education

Education is the Peace Corps’ largest program area. Volunteers play an important role in creating links among schools, parents, and communities. They may work in elementary, secondary, or post secondary schools, teaching subjects such as math, science, or conversational English; or as resource teachers or teacher trainers. Volunteers also develop libraries and technology resource centers.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate program

Some programs afford Volunteers the opportunity to earn a recognized teaching credential during Peace Corps service, a unique opportunity to meet global professional English standards. View TEFL program details.

Required Skills

Volunteers work within many different areas, even within the same sector. Qualifications vary by country and program. At minimum, all Peace Corps assignments require expressed interest in the project sector and one or more of the following criteria:

  • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
    OR
  • 5 years' professional work experience in any field

Some assignments will require a degree due to local ministry requests. Some assignments have more specialized requirements. A degree or professional work experience related to the project sector may qualify you for additional assignments.

Desired Skills

In addition to the Required Skills listed above, many other skills can also help to qualify you for a Volunteer program:

  • Professional work experience in a field related to the project sector
  • Volunteer experience in a field related to the project sector
  • For more information about the required and desired skills for a specific sector, please connect with a recruiter to learn more

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