Jamaica
Primary schools
Competitive candidates will have:
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any discipline and a strong desire to teach English
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
At least 3 months of experience in early childhood development, elementary education, youth development, or related fields.
Experience in literacy-focused engagement strategies, such as tutoring, mentoring, or reading clubs.
Demonstrated ability to foster supportive, student-centered learning environments.
This position requires that Volunteers be prepared to serve in deep rural communities where infrastructure may be limited. Volunteers must be comfortable with modest and reduced conveniences, particularly related to electrical power, internet, and access to running water. Markets or larger shopping areas are located just a taxi ride away. Volunteers live with host families but can expect a private room in the family home or self-contained unit on the property.
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Education
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Jamaica
24
Yes
PCV
No
Identify students who need additional literacy support and develop targeted intervention plans.
Conduct small-group and individual literacy sessions focused on reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and foundational skills.
Strengthen lesson plans, classroom management, and student-centered instructional strategies.
Assist the implementation of culturally responsive and evidence-based literacy practices.
Lead or support literacy enrichment initiatives, including reading clubs, library development, creative arts integration, or literacy gardens.
Engage parents and community members by sharing adaptable strategies to support children’s literacy development at home.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as a book club for adults and after-school sports.
As a Literacy Teacher, you will be trained on literacy intervention strategies, classroom management best practices, and skill-building strategies to strengthen instruction. Peace Corps Jamaica will teach you Patwa to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. You will also receive language resources to continue your language learning during service.
After 10 weeks of training, you will move to rural community where you will collaborate with local primary schools with students ages 6-12 years. You will work with the community to assess the local needs and develop solutions based on locally identified priorities.
Gain hands-on teaching experience with evidence-based literacy instruction.
Exchange knowledge and build lasting connections with Jamaican educators.
Develop intercultural competence and adaptability skills essential for global careers.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program.
Each person must apply separately and qualify for a position in a different sector than their partner.
Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities.
Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
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.
