English Teacher

Moldovan teachers and students know that learning a foreign language can open doors of opportunity. You are encouraged to share your skills as a native English speaker with these motivated learners!
As Moldova’s economy continues to grow and diversify, there is a critical need for youth to develop foreign language skills with the support of native speakers. Such proficiency especially in English enables youth to obtain competitive jobs and make international connections that will advance both their own and their country’s prospects on the global stage. To meet the Ministry of Education’s goal of a population trained and confident in English language skills, Moldova is committed to providing high-quality English instruction to students at the primary, middle, and secondary school levels across the country. While the motivation is there to provide such support to students, schools lack sufficient educators with the necessary capacity in language and in teaching methods to advance student proficiency in English.
As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with local educators to deliver the national English language curriculum in a way that encourages retention. Through engaging clubs and camp activities, you and your colleagues will encourage students to practice English, building their confidence in using the language. You will also support professional development opportunities for teachers, introducing new methods of instruction and fostering knowledge exchanges.

Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Volunteers live with host families during training and at the beginning of their service. While some may have the option to transition to independent housing after eight months if it is available and approved, most will continue to live with host families for the duration of their service. Volunteers serve across Moldova in both urban and rural settings.

Receive practical, high-quality training that equips you to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) anywhere.
Learn Romanian and/or Russian from skilled Language and Cross-Culture Facilitators.
Enjoy living in a culture rich in hospitality and tradition at a transformational moment in Moldova’s history.

Plan and teach engaging English language classes to primary, middle, and/or secondary school students.
Design, adapt, and pilot new English teaching methods or materials.
Encourage and provide training on the use of digital resources.
Facilitate English clubs for students to practice English in and outside school settings, including language contests, games, and theatrical plays.
Organize and facilitate summer camps for additional English practice.
Promote communities of practice exchanges and professional development opportunities among teachers.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English language clubs for adults.

As an English Teacher, you will be trained on Moldova’s English language curriculum, classroom management approaches, and lesson planning. Peace Corps/Moldova will teach you Romanian to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. A small number of Volunteers may learn Russian instead, depending on the needs of their assigned community. Volunteers trained in one of these languages will also receive language resources and learn basics of the second language. After 9 weeks of training, you will move to a rural or urban community where you will collaborate with a local school. You will work with the community to assess the local needs and develop solutions based on English language proficiency.