Computer Science Trainer

Post

Liberia

Partner Organization Name

County Education Offices

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in education technology or a relevant field.
AND
Two or more years of teaching experience using digital or e-learning tools.

Living Conditions

The Volunteer will serve in either Margibi, Bong, Lofa, Nimba or Grand Gedeh county. They will live in an apartment or house with a separate kitchen, bathroom and sitting area. Housing may have inconsistent running water or electricity. The Volunteer should be prepared for an outdoor latrine and to bathe using a bucket. Limited cell coverage should also be expected in some areas.

Language Requirement

None

Primary Sector

Education

Accepts Couples

No

Country

Liberia

Assignment Length (months)

9

Accepting Applications?

Yes

Program

PCR

Featured Job

No

Posted on LinkedIn

No

Activities

Conduct ICT needs assessments to identify opportunities for stronger digital learning.

Model foundational computer skills lessons for teachers to build instructional capacity.

Plan and teach practical computer science lessons.

Coach teachers in implementing activity-based digital literacy and computer science instruction.

Support educators in creating and using simple digital learning materials and low-cost ICT teaching tools.

Reinforce teacher skills in computer lab management, safe technology use, and integration of ICT into lessons.

Develop the school’s computer science initiatives for additional learning opportunities.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as facilitating computer clubs or developing a school library.

Training

After a two-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban or semi-urban community where you will collaborate with secondary schools to assess the learning needs and develop a work plan in line with the curricula.

Peace Corps/Liberia will equip you with Liberian English language resources and you may work with a tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.

Job Highlights

Play a valuable role in closing the digital divide through school projects that teach essential technology skills.

Become a more adaptable, innovative educator by expanding your computer science teaching experience.

Form meaningful relationships while learning about Liberia’s history and culture.

No Degree Required

No