Elementary School Literacy Teacher in Botswana

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

Ready to ignite a love of reading and learning in young students? Rural elementary schools in Botswana are looking to strengthen literacy and life skills with your support.

Elementary schools in Botswana often face limited resources and sometimes large class sizes, making individualized support difficult. Recent examinations indicate these challenges result in a decline in reading competencies. With the improvement of literacy and life skills a national priority, teachers are interested in developing learning materials that complement the curriculum and strengthening their instructional techniques. Additional support is needed to improve student learning outcomes, leading to higher academic success and expanded opportunities for young learners.

As an Elementary School Literacy Teacher, you will collaborate with teachers and school staff to strengthen the instruction for literacy and life skills. Together, you will develop a school library, facilitate student-centered learning activities, and create extracurricular literacy activities that reinforce lessons beyond the classroom.

Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Botswana project page.