English Teacher in Sri Lanka

We are looking for U.S. citizens who want to be a part of something bigger and are willing to go the distance to make a difference. Is that you?

In more than 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities – growing, teaching, learning, and making change together.

As a Peace Corps Volunteer, you'll live and work alongside community members on locally prioritized projects, receiving a stipend and other support as you immerse yourself in a new culture. You’ll build relationships, exchange knowledge, and help transform lives for generations.

Project description

There is a high need for recent graduates and experienced educators alike to support English language learning in Sri Lanka.  

The people and government of Sri Lanka view English language skills as an advantageous job skill and a “link” language between the two national languages: Sinhala and Tamil. The Ministry of Education promotes and supports trilingual education for its students. However, many Sri Lankans who speak Sinhala often do not understand Tamil, and vice versa, making English an essential bridge for communication. Opportunities to practice English with native speakers are limited, especially in rural areas where exposure to conversational English is rare. These challenges, combined with the demand for English proficiency in higher education and employment, create a strong need for outside support through Peace Corps. 

As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with local secondary school teachers to develop the speaking and listening skills of students and staff. Together you will strengthen the teachers’ skills with various teaching methodologies, enrichment materials, and lesson planning. Through daily conversations, you will enhance intercultural understanding between Sri Lankans and Americans.

Peace Corps Volunteers:

• Must be U.S. citizens.
• Serve for two years following three months of in-country training.
• In addition to the $10'800 service award, the Peace Corps provides each Volunteer with housing and a living stipend that enables them to live and work alongside the people in their community of service.
• Receive medical and dental care during service.
• Receive transportation to and from the country of service.
• Often learn a new language during service
• Earn lifetime eligibility for graduate school fellowships through the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows program.
• Must be at least 18 years old (no upper age limit).

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