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Education
Job highlights
- Immerse yourself in Kosovo’s rich multicultural heritage while living with a local host family.
- Gain international education experience applying student-centered methodologies.
- Develop transferable leadership and project management skills through community-based initiatives and youth empowerment activities.
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Apply by
July 15, 2026Know by
September 1, 2026Depart on
February 26, 2027Duration
2 years, plus 3 months trainingAbout the project
Calling all educators and recent graduates eager to make a difference! Schools in Kosovo are looking to practice their English language skills with a native speaker and develop skills to enable their future success.
Kosovo, a young nation that declared independence in 2008, is working to build a strong future amid economic challenges and high unemployment rates. Education plays a critical role in this effort, yet many schools face limited resources and traditional teaching methods that do not fully prepare students for global opportunities. To address these challenges, there is a need to introduce student-centered methodologies, improve lesson planning, and foster critical thinking skills in classrooms. This work not only enhances language proficiency but also equips students with life skills essential for success in a rapidly changing world.
As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with local educators and school staff to support English language learning and extracurricular activities. Together, you will expand opportunities for youth and women, promote leadership development, and strengthen community ties. Your service will have a lasting impact, helping Kosovo’s vibrant young population unlock their potential and contribute to the country’s growth.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Kosovo 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 Kosovo
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Prepare and teach English lesson plans using student-centered methodologies.
Create interactive teaching aids and classroom materials from local resources.
Organize English language clubs and youth leadership activities.
Facilitate teacher training sessions to strengthen instructional skills.
Support school and community-based projects.
Organize activities during school breaks for students, such as clubs or summer camps.
Share American culture and traditions during school events.
Participate in cultural celebrations and community gatherings
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English clubs and drama or art workshops.
During training, Volunteers will live with host families in small towns or villages (population 500–5,000) and eat all of their meals with their host families. When they move to their permanent site, Volunteers will live in small towns or villages (population 500–5,000) with host families for at least the first three months of their service. Many Volunteers choose to live with host families for longer periods of time to afford them deepen cultural integration and/or due to limited affordable options to live independently. Homes typically have electricity and running water but modest furnishings, and heating can be limited to wood stoves in one room during winter.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Kosovo country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Kosovo
Edward O.
English Teacher
"A highlight of my service is being able to pursue my love for soccer while in service. Other Volunteers come watch me play and I’ve made several new friends from my community and surrounding areas while playing."
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As an English Teacher, you will be trained on the national curriculum, student-centered methodologies, and community-led development. Peace Corps Kosovo will teach you Albanian and Serbian to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community.
After the 10 weeks of training, Volunteers are assigned to primary schools (grades 1–5, ages 6–10) or lower secondary schools (grades 6–9, ages 11–14). You will work five days a week, teaching at least 20 hours per week and collaborating with local English teachers on lesson planning and classroom management.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program. Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or 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. Couples who are selected for the same sector will live together but work with different local partners which may be in the same community or in neighboring communities (not more than 30 minutes apart). 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 Kosovo, 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 Kosovo. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
