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Belize • North America
In partnership with: Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) – Government Schools Management
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
December 15, 2025Know by
March 1, 2026Depart on
July 14, 2026Duration
11 monthsAbout the project
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST) – Government Schools Management in Belize has requested the support of Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) to serve as Literacy Specialists in various District Education Centres (DEC) and substations. MoECST has forged a partnership with the Peace Corps Belize Response Program to design and implement the Literacy Intervention Project. Since 2017, the partners have focused on the Standard One level (U.S. Grade 2). Recent data obtained from schools participating in the MoE/Peace Corps Literacy Intervention Project has unveiled a concerning trend: approximately 76% of Standard 1 students are reading below the kindergarten level. In response to these findings, MoECST has expanded the scope of collaboration to providing crucial support to teachers at the Infant 1 and 2 (K-1) levels. The objective is to impart best practices in literacy instruction, aiming to proactively address challenges and mitigate the need for intervention as students progress into Standard 1.
The PCRVs will support the Ministry of Education to empower Infant 1 and 2 teachers with best practices in early childhood literacy, equipping young learners with essential building blocks for academic success. This strategic partnership aims to foster a proactive approach in ensuring that students enter higher grades with a solid foundation in literacy, thus improving overall educational outcomes.
Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in Belize together as a group. Dates cannot be changed for individual candidates. Please note the projected departure date could change due to external factors.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Belize project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Qualified candidates will meet the following criteria:
• BA in Literacy Education or other relevant field.
• 3 or more years of experience in literacy education.
SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT CITIZENSHIP:
Candidates who are dual citizens of Belize and the U.S. are not eligible to serve with Peace Corps Belize. Volunteer safety is of paramount importance and the protections of U.S. citizenship promotes Volunteer safety. If anyone holding dual U.S. and Belize citizenship were to face a legal, safety, or other emergency situation in Belize, the Peace Corps’ ability to intervene would be limited. If you hold citizenship with both the U.S. and Belize, we encourage you to look at other opportunities with Peace Corps.
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 Belize
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 Belize country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Belize
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To learn more about serving as a couple in Belize, 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 Belize. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
