Vocational School STEM Education Trainer

Tanzania is seeking experienced STEM graduates and individuals with strong computer skills to support vocational training centers across the country.

The Government of Tanzania is working to strengthen vocational and technical education for its rapidly growing youth population. The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) oversees the national system, operating training centers, developing vocational teachers, and aligning programs with labor market needs. However, the demand for practical, job-ready skills exceeds the current capacity of training institutions. Across Tanzania, more than 80 VETA schools offer courses ranging from one month to three years, but many centers face gaps in up-to-date STEM instruction, digital skills training, and modern teaching resources. To meet labor market demands and equip young people for emerging industries, Tanzania is seeking external support to help enhance curricula, strengthen instruction, and expand access to high-quality technical training.

As a Vocational School STEM Education Trainer, you will collaborate with the vocational center staff to improve the quality and relevance of STEM training. You’ll bring creativity and innovative teaching approaches to strengthen youth engagement and employment outcomes. You will inspire students to build confidence and expand their digital literacy skills, including robotics and artificial intelligence (AI).

Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), or in a related field (e.g., education) with a teaching certification.
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Two or more years of teaching experience in one of the following areas: math, chemistry, physics, computer science, biology, earth sciences, or art.

During training, Volunteers will live in a private room within a host family’s house. Volunteers will then move to an urban or peri-urban community not far from the vocational school where they will work. Housing accommodations may range from simple two‑room homes to modest walk‑up apartments. Amenities vary by site, and while some locations offer running water and electricity, access is not guaranteed. Available transportation includes taxis, bajajs (three-wheeled transport), minibuses, and buses.

Build classroom experience teaching courses in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) at vocational training centers.
Develop marketable skills in curriculum development, workforce-readiness training, and collaborative instruction.
Learn Swahili while developing strong community relationships and experiencing Tanzanian culture.

Review and update curricula to integrate modern, practical teaching methods that strengthen the relevance of vocational training.
Introduce creative, innovative classroom approaches that boost youth engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Coach students to build confidence and pursue ambitious career goals.
Teach core computer skills, including word processing, presentation development, and AI.
Facilitate life-skills sessions covering interpersonal communication, problem-solving, career planning, creative thinking, decision-making, and leadership.
Promote youth engagement through sports, recreation, and creative clubs and camps.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting youth talent shows or career fairs.

After a three-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban or a peri-urban community where you will collaborate with the vocational center staff to assess STEM education needs and develop a workplan in line with their established goals.

Peace Corps/Tanzania will equip you with Swahili language training and resources. You may also work with a tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.