English Teacher Trainer

Experienced education professionals are needed to strengthen the English proficiency of Moldovan teachers and classroom instruction. Will your share your passion and skills?

School teachers, especially English teachers from rural areas, are looking to become more fluent in English and improve their language instruction for students. As Moldova’s economy grows, proficiency in foreign languages is increasingly required for the country and its citizens’ professional success. English is in particular demand, but English teachers currently lack opportunities to practice and strengthen their own skills and teaching methods. The Moldova Teachers of English Association is additionally interested in translating and weaving environmental education components into their English curriculum. Ion Creanga State Pedagogical University of Chisinau is interested in translating current courses, such as animation and psychology, as well as identifying and developing new course curriculums.

As an English Teacher Trainer, you will collaborate with local educators to review and update existing curriculums. Alongside the school staff, you will provide training and identify additional learning opportunities. Your efforts will contribute to the overall quality of education in Moldova, which will provide academic and professional opportunities for the teachers and students alike.

Bachelor's or master's degree in education, preferably with a focus in curriculum or instruction.
AND
Teaching certification or license with two or more years of relevant experience, including teaching and curriculum development.

Volunteers live primarily in independent apartments but may live with a host family if indicated and discussed ahead of time. Housing is located near the work site, but Volunteers should be aware that rush-hour commutes can take up to an hour.

Play a valuable role in the professional development and growth of English teachers across Moldova.
Learn basic Romanian language skills and integrate in a welcoming culture.
Strengthen your skills in curriculum development for a national audience.

Review and enrich the existing curriculum with additional material and sustainable resources.
Facilitate training sessions for teachers on the effective use of the enriched curriculum.
Teach English to enable local teachers to reach the necessary proficiency level.
Review and build upon the current portfolio of training activities.
Organize occasional extracurricular activities for students and professors to gain a deeper understanding of American culture.
Provide English language training to at least 5 groups of twenty public servants and officials.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English tutoring for adults

After a two-week orientation, you will move to the capital city where you will collaborate with the teachers at Ion Creanga State Pedagogical University of Chisinau or Moldova English Teachers Association. You will work with the partners to assess their needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.

Peace Corps/Moldova will equip you with basic Romanian language skills and you may work with a local tutor who can continue building language skills to help you connect with the community.