Middle and High School English Educator in Cameroon
Job description
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.
About 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.