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Serve where you’re needed mostMiddle and High School English Teacher
Education
Job highlights
- Receive high-quality training on teaching methodologies and classroom management approaches that will support your professional career.
- Learn French from skilled Language and Cross-Culture Facilitators.
- Experience the full spirit of Africa in Cameroon—from the vibrant shorelines of Kribi to the royal heritage of Foumban.
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Apply by
November 15, 2026Know by
January 1, 2027Depart on
June 11, 2027Duration
2 years, plus 3 months trainingAbout the project
Communities in Cameroon are looking for educators to help boost English proficiency skills and girls’ participation in science education.
In Cameroon secondary schools, girls are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), accounting for only 36% of STEM students. This underrepresentation is compounded by higher dropout rates for girls—reaching 65% nationally and up to 80% in rural areas—driven by factors such as early marriage, teenage pregnancy, and parental preference to educate boys when resources are limited. As the system is transitioning from teacher-centered instruction to student-centered learning, many teachers face capacity gaps and lack the digital literacy needed to effectively integrate digital resources in the classroom—an important enhancement given the current lack of textbooks and instructional materials.
As a Middle and High School English Teacher you will work alongside Cameroonian school teachers to implement student-centered learning and experiential activities that improve English language learning, STEM participation for girls, and teacher instructional capacity. Together, you will develop the students’ problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, putting them on a successful path towards more academic and professional opportunities.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Cameroon project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Associate degree in any field and at least two years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
OR
Bachelor’s degree in any field.
OR
High school diploma or GED and four years of full-time post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
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 Cameroon
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Conduct community needs assessments to identify school, student, teacher, and community needs.
Develop teaching materials that align with the national curriculum.
Teach engaging English, math, or science lessons for grades 6–9.
Provide remedial tutoring for students to reach their full potential in English, math, and science.
Lead extracurricular clubs and activities, such as girls’ clubs, reading clubs, or school events.
Support teacher training sessions on life skills and digital literacy.
You may also work on secondary projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as tree planting projects and life skills camps.
Volunteers will live in villages in the Adamawa, East, West, and Center regions, ranging from 300 to 40,000 people in size. Housing is typically modest and may lack electricity or running water. Volunteers often use pit latrines, outdoor bathing areas, and nearby water sources with provided filtration. Internet access can be limited, though basic cell reception is usually available nearby.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Cameroon country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Cameroon
Rebeca C.
High School Teacher
"Agriculture is a big part of life in my village, and getting involved in it has been incredibly rewarding. No matter how much effort I put into lesson plans or projects, being out there working alongside the community speaks volumes."
See full Volunteer profile
As a Middle and High School English Teacher, you will be trained on best practices for student-centered learning, classroom management, and meeting the national curriculum. Peace Corps/Cameroon will teach you French to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. You will also receive language resources and learn Fufulde if serving in the Adamawa region.
After 10 weeks of training, you will move to a rural or semirural community where you will collaborate with health centers, youth groups, schools, and families. You will work with the community to assess the needs and develop solutions based on available resources.
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. Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities. 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 Cameroon, 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 Cameroon. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
