English Teacher

If you’re an adaptable, enthusiastic educator ready to make a real impact, North Macedonia is looking for you!

North Macedonia faces an ongoing need for strengthened English‑language education, particularly in rural communities where schools have limited resources and fewer opportunities for students. While the country has a well-established education system, many schools still rely on traditional, lecture-based teaching methods and lack access to modern materials, digital tools, and interactive, student‑centered approaches. Learning the English language is a priority goal, as the government recognizes its importance for expanding academic and career pathways and preparing youth for an increasingly interconnected world. However, these expectations place additional demands on educators. External support can help bridge these gaps by providing schools and teachers with the resources, training, and innovative practices needed to ensure students—especially those in underserved areas—can fully benefit from high‑quality English‑language education.

As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to incorporate practical tools that enhance both learning and lesson delivery. By creating an enriching classroom environment and extracurricular activities that reinforce lessons beyond the classroom, you will help students become more confident English speakers and contribute to North Macedonia’s long-term educational goals.

Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Volunteers will live in a small village, town, or a larger city. Volunteers will live with a host family during training, before moving to live with a new host family or in a modest independent housing. Volunteers should expect to participate in host family events and daily chores and respect the rules of each household, especially being frugal in the use of utilities because of high cost of electricity.

Receive valuable professional training on student-centered instructional practices and effective classroom management.
Develop proficiency in Macedonian and Albanian through daily interactions.
Make lasting connections with educators and community leaders while appreciating the country’s culture.

Plan and teach engaging, student-centered lessons based on the national curriculum.
Create dynamic teaching aids, interactive games, and classroom activities.
Lead English clubs and drama groups.
Organize day camps, sports activities, and adult English tutoring during the summer breaks.
Create an English language resource room, library, or multimedia space.
Share American culture, traditions, and experiences with students and teachers.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as facilitating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or leadership clubs.

As an English Teacher, you will be trained in the country’s education system, student-centered instructional practices, and effective classroom management. Peace Corps/North Macedonia will teach you Macedonian and/or Albanian to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. You will also receive language resources and learn Turkish, Serbian, Roma, or Vlach, depending on your community placement.

After 11 weeks of training, you will move to a rural or urban community where you will collaborate with a primary or a secondary school. You will work with the community to assess local needs and develop solutions based on the needs of the community.