Belize
PathLight Belize
Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), or in a related field (e.g., education) with a teaching certification.
AND
Two or more years of teaching experience in one of the following areas: math, chemistry, physics, computer science, biology, earth sciences, or art.
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
Experience designing and implementing STEM teacher professional development programs in developing countries.
Ability to develop and deliver professional teaching development workshops effectively.
Strong knowledge of STEM instructional pedagogy, including inquiry-based and project-based learning.
The Volunteer will live independently in a non-touristy urban area within the Belize District, Belmopan District, or Orange Walk District. The Volunteer should expect to bike or walk to the work site. Electricity, running water, internet connection will be readily available.
None
Education
Yes
Belize
12
Yes
PCR
No
Yes
Develop curriculum materials and teacher training resources aligned with Belize’s national curriculum, including robotics, coding, and inquiry-based learning activities.
Establish and support mentoring systems by creating lesson observation tools, teacher self-assessments, and structured professional support frameworks.
Conduct classroom observations and provide instructional coaching to teachers.
Facilitate professional development training for teachers in innovative STEM instructional methodologies and educational technology integration.
Create digital and print teaching resources, including lesson plan templates, coding and robotics guides, and STEM assessment tools.
Collaborate with Ministry of Education representatives, district education centers, and educators to align STEM training initiatives with national education priorities.
Develop monitoring and evaluation tools to measure teacher growth, instructional improvement, and the impact of training activities.
Train PathLight staff and education partners in coaching approaches to support long-term program sustainability.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as organizing community science fairs and supporting STEM-focused art projects.
After a two-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with PathLight Belize to assess the 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 tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
Gain a deeper understanding of South American educational challenges and experience developing solutions that are culturally appropriate.
Develop Kriol and Spanish language skills while immersing yourself in Belizean culture and building meaningful relationships.
Apply your professional skills and passion to support Belizean educators in advancing their skills.
Only heterosexual couples can be 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)., Couples that serve in this country must be legally married to avoid conflicts that are not aligned with cultural and religious beliefs.
No
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.
