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Education
Job highlights
- Receive practical, high-quality training that equips you to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) anywhere.
- Learn Romanian and/or Russian from skilled Language and Cross-Culture Facilitators.
- Enjoy living in a culture rich in hospitality and tradition at a transformational moment in Moldova’s history.
Moldova • Europe
In partnership with: Elementary schools, secondary schools
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Apply by
October 15, 2026Know by
December 1, 2026Depart on
May 30, 2027Duration
2 years, plus 3 months trainingAbout the project
Moldovan teachers and students know that learning a foreign language can open doors of opportunity. You are encouraged to share your skills as a native English speaker with these motivated learners!
As Moldova’s economy continues to grow and diversify, there is a critical need for youth to develop foreign language skills with the support of native speakers. Such proficiency especially in English enables youth to obtain competitive jobs and make international connections that will advance both their own and their country’s prospects on the global stage. To meet the Ministry of Education’s goal of a population trained and confident in English language skills, Moldova is committed to providing high-quality English instruction to students at the primary, middle, and secondary school levels across the country. While the motivation is there to provide such support to students, schools lack sufficient educators with the necessary capacity in language and in teaching methods to advance student proficiency in English.
As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with local educators to deliver the national English language curriculum in a way that encourages retention. Through engaging clubs and camp activities, you and your colleagues will encourage students to practice English, building their confidence in using the language. You will also support professional development opportunities for teachers, introducing new methods of instruction and fostering knowledge exchanges.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Moldova project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
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 Moldova
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Plan and teach engaging English language classes to primary, middle, and/or secondary school students.
Design, adapt, and pilot new English teaching methods or materials.
Encourage and provide training on the use of digital resources.
Facilitate English clubs for students to practice English in and outside school settings, including language contests, games, and theatrical plays.
Organize and facilitate summer camps for additional English practice.
Promote communities of practice exchanges and professional development opportunities among teachers.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English language clubs for adults.
Volunteers live with host families during training and at the beginning of their service. While some may have the option to transition to independent housing after eight months if it is available and approved, most will continue to live with host families for the duration of their service. Volunteers serve across Moldova in both urban and rural settings.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Moldova country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Moldova
Lily W.
English Education Volunteer
"Before joining the Peace Corps, I don’t think I realized how much hospitality matters. My community—my host parents, co-teachers, and other colleagues—have been incredibly welcoming and generous."
See full Volunteer profile
As an English Teacher, you will be trained on Moldova’s English language curriculum, classroom management approaches, and lesson planning. Peace Corps/Moldova will teach you Romanian to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. A small number of Volunteers may learn Russian instead, depending on the needs of their assigned community. Volunteers trained in one of these languages will also receive language resources and learn basics of the second language. After 9 weeks of training, you will move to a rural or urban community where you will collaborate with a local school. You will work with the community to assess the local needs and develop solutions based on English language proficiency.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program. Each person must apply separately and qualify for a position in a different sector than their partner. Cross-sector couples will live with different host families who may reside in different communities during training. Cross-sector couples may see each other for joint-sector training days or on the weekends but neither are guaranteed. Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Moldova, 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 Moldova. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
