English Teacher

Cuso International; Laval; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuso International seeks volunteers for an English teaching placement in Tanzania, focusing on enhancing the skills of local educators. This opportunity is for Canadian citizens and aims to create impactful educational experiences while offering essential support during the stay.

Benefits

Modest monthly living allowance

Accommodation during placement

Medical health insurance

Round-trip airfare coverage

Pre-placement training and orientation

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of relevant teaching experience required.
• Advanced degree in Teaching English Language essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify needs and opportunities for teaching English at VETA.
• Develop approaches to improve English teaching.
• Design and implement a teaching curriculum to enhance English education.

Skills

Cross-cultural coaching

Mentoring

Training experience

Education

Advanced degree in Teaching English Language

Job description

This Volunteer Placement is located in: Iringa, Tanzania

Start Date: April / May 2025

Placement Length: 6 months with the possibility of extension

Language Requirements: English Level 5 - Fluent

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

This placement will support efforts to strengthen the capacity of VETA Dodoma teachers in teaching English to VETA students. The English teacher is expected to provide technical assistance to other English teachers and teach in class to enhance students' English skills.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Identify needs and opportunities for teaching English at VETA
• Develop approaches to improve English teaching
• Design and implement a teaching curriculum to enhance English education
• Build the English teaching capacity of staff

Essential Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Teaching English Language
• Minimum of four years of relevant teaching experience

Essential Background:

• Cross-cultural coaching, mentoring, and training experience

What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us, the Project, and the Partner

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization working to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. We focus on gender equality, social inclusion, economic resilience, and climate action. Founded in 1961, we operate in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including LGBTQIA+ communities.

Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)

Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the SHARE project runs from 2020 to 2027, aiming to improve the well-being of marginalized populations, especially women and girls, in developing countries, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals and Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Benefits

Terms and Conditions

Cuso International supports a modest lifestyle similar to local standards. The support package covers basic living expenses but not luxury items or home-based expenses.

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance
• Accommodation during placement
• Medical health insurance (including vaccinations and malaria medication)
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
• Pre-placement training, in-country orientation, and debriefing
• Support from Cuso International's Country Program Office and local partners
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bonus: Additional return flight or cash after 12 months for extensions

Selection Requirements

If shortlisted, you will need to:

• Confirm passport or PR details
• Provide 2 professional and 1 personal reference
• Complete a language assessment
• Obtain a police check
• Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared
• Be double vaccinated against COVID-19 as per WHO guidelines

Pre-placement Training

Participants will receive training and resources to prepare for their placement, including online modules and external resources.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Cuso International upholds high ethical standards, emphasizing the protection of vulnerable populations and adherence to policies against harassment, exploitation, and abuse.

Residency and Citizenship

Applicants are mainly based in Canada but can be from outside. It is their responsibility to understand immigration implications before traveling, especially for Permanent Residents of Canada.