Kyrgyz Republic
State universities
Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), or in a related field (e.g., education) with a teaching certification.
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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:
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Volunteers live with a host family, which may be in an apartment, private house, or in a separate building within a family’s compound residence. Volunteers assigned to universities could be housed in a university dorm, depending on availability of other housing options. All regions of Kyrgyz Republic have access to water, electricity, and mobile data, though some areas might experience limitations at certain times of the year.
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Education
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Kyrgyz Republic
12
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PCR
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Provide training on new teaching methodologies and techniques to support STEM learning.
Develop and implement effective educational programs for the new 12-year education model.
Conduct conversation clubs for students to practice language skills and collaborative learning skills.
Support the integration of new tools and technologies into classroom instruction.
Provide mentorship and peer support to teachers adapting to the new curriculum and teaching practices.
Gather feedback from educators and students to assess the effectiveness of new teaching approaches and suggest improvements.
Promote student engagement and interest in STEM fields through extracurricular activities and projects.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English conversation clubs for university staff.
As a University STEM Teacher Trainer, you will be trained on lesson planning, curriculum design, and strategies for strengthening the capacity of teachers. Peace Corps/Kyrgyz Republic will introduce you to the Kyrgyz language to help you adapt to your community. You can also receive language resources to explore Russian and Uzbek languages.
After 3 weeks of orientation, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with higher education institutions. You will work with the community to assess the local needs and develop solutions based on best teaching practices and the goals of the ministry partners.
Support science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) teachers with curriculum design and lesson facilitation.
Gain international teaching experience and a deeper understanding of educational challenges overseas.
Immerse yourself in a culture influenced by ancient nomadic traditions and economic development.
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