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Jamaica
Jamaica
Bachelor's degree in education technology or a relevant field.
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Two or more years of teaching experience using digital or e-learning tools.
Junior Achievement Jamaica
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The Volunteer will live in a private apartment in Kingston. Kingston provides access to essential services and amenities, including banks, supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, and medical facilities. Electricity and cellular service are generally reliable, although occasional power outages may occur. Internet access is available either in the home or nearby.
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Expand your e-learning curriculum expertise to help Jamaican classrooms integrate engaging, student-friendly digital learning programs.
Build everyday fluency in Patwa through daily conversations.
Immerse yourself in Jamaica’s vibrant culture while forming authentic relationships with educators and families.
Conduct training workshops for teachers and staff on e-learning tools and instructional technology.
Support curriculum digitization and the development of multimedia learning resources.
Mentor educators in designing and delivering online and blended learning experiences.
Assist with the implementation and management of Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Develop monitoring and evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness of digital learning initiatives.
Collaborate with local partners to adapt global digital learning best practices to the Jamaican context.
Facilitate student-centered digital learning activities and projects.
Provide technical support during digital learning events, workshops, and simulations.
You may also work on additional projects that support the organization’s priorities, such as facilitating digital literacy workshops for adults or supporting summer coding camps.
After a two-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with JAJ staff to assess the learning needs and develop a work plan in line with the national curriculum.
Peace Corps/Jamaica will equip you with Patwa language resources and you may work with a tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
As the preeminent international service organization of the United States, the Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in Education, Health, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Youth Development. Through their Peace Corps experiences, Volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a lifelong commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today's global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide.
