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Job highlights
Guyana • South America
In partnership with: Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE)
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
November 15, 2025Know by
January 15, 2026Depart on
June 2, 2026Duration
10 monthsAbout the project
The Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) in Guyana has requested the support of a Peace Corps Response Volunteer (PCRV) to serve as an Environment STEM Educator. The Ministry of Education in Guyana has recognized the need to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, with a particular focus on environmental sustainability. Teachers play a central role in shaping how students understand and respond to environmental challenges, yet many educators currently lack the training, resources, or confidence to integrate environmental STEM (E-STEM) topics effectively into their classrooms. The Cyril Potter College of Education has identified a need for support in the development and implementation of an Environmental STEM Education course within the college's teacher preparation programs.
The PCRV will collaborate with college faculty to design and develop an Environmental STEM (E-STEM) course for pre-service teachers that integrates local environmental issues, sustainability practices, and STEM concepts into engaging, hands-on lesson plans. The PCRV will also facilitate workshops and training sessions for both pre-service and in-service teachers on E-STEM teaching strategies and provide coaching and feedback to teachers during practicum experiences or classroom teaching.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Guyana project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
• BA/BS in Science/STEM field OR BA/BS in relevant field (e.g. education) with certification or significant relevant experience in STEM
• 2 or more years of relevant teaching experience
• 2 or more years of specialized experience in one of the following areas: Math, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Earth Sciences or Art
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
Photos from Guyana
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Guyana country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Guyana
Christopher J.
Small Business Trainer
"It has been rewarding to see how much we can accomplish and how my skills can be applied in different contexts, all from the comfort of my home."
See full Volunteer profile
To learn more about serving as a couple in Guyana, visit the country page.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Guyana. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
