Belize
Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology
Bachelor's degree in literacy education or relevant field.
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Three or more years of experience in literacy education.
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
Experience providing instructional coaching or literacy coaching to early childhood teachers, including modeling lessons, offering feedback, and supporting classroom implementation.
Experience designing and delivering literacy-focused professional development aligned with the science of reading for early childhood educators.
Experience using early-grade literacy assessments (screeners, diagnostics, progress monitoring) to inform instruction and support school leaders and teachers in using data for decision making.
The Volunteer should expect modest housing, such as a small apartment or house with basic amenities, within the Central Region. The Volunteer should expect to commute by bus, bike, or on foot to the work site. Electricity, running water, and internet connection will be readily available.
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Education
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Belize
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PCR
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Support the planning and facilitation of evidence-based early literacy instruction for kindergarten and first-grade students.
Model phonological awareness and phonics routines aligned with the reading readiness program.
Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and support to the teachers.
Assist teachers in incorporating strategies that strengthen English reading readiness.
Review early literacy assessment data and plan instructional adjustments.
Help identify students who need additional support and assist teachers in implementing related activities.
Develop or adapt teaching and learning materials that reinforce early literacy skills.
Engage families and caregivers in simple, practical strategies to support at-home reading.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as expanding school libraries or facilitating reading clubs.
After a two-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with your school to assess the learning needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Belize will equip you with limited Kriol and Spanish language resources and you may work with a local tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
Expand your early childhood or literacy education expertise by gaining a deeper understanding of the unique learning challenges faced by students in South America.
Develop Kriol and Spanish language skills while building meaningful relationships in a new community.
Immerse yourself in Belizean culture—from the traditional dance and food to the multicultural customs and languages.
Heterosexual and same-sex couples are accepted for this program.
Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or a different sector than their partner.
Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities.
Couples who are selected for the same sector will live together but work with different local partners, which may be in the same community or in neighboring communities (not more than 30 minutes apart).
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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.
