English Teacher - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Madagascar • Africa - 2 years, plus 3 months training

About the Role

Students and teachers across Madagascar are eager to strengthen their English skills with a native speaker. Madagascar faces ongoing challenges in providing consistent, high-quality English instruction. Large class sizes, limited teaching materials, and a shortage of trained English educators make it difficult for students to build strong communication skills. Strong English proficiency opens doors to academic advancement, international programs and scholarships, and employment opportunities in fields such as tourism, technology, and health. Investing in English education is critical for the future of Malagasy students. External support is required to help address gaps in knowledge and strengthen English learning nationwide.

As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to provide meaningful English learning experiences that complement the curriculum. Alongside educators, you will develop interactive lessons, encourage classroom participation, and build students’ confidence using English. By sharing teaching strategies and resources, you will also strengthen the teachers’ capacities to deliver effective English lessons. Your efforts will contribute to stronger professional networks for educators and improved English outcomes nationwide.

Activities

How you and the community will make an impact together:

• Plan and teach student-centered lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Encourage English practice beyond the classroom through informal conversations and extracurricular activities, such as English clubs, essay competitions, and spelling bees.
• Organize English-focused activities during school breaks, including student leadership workshops.
• Support teacher communities of practice by sharing classroom strategies, practical tools, and instructional resources.
• Engage in school or community initiatives that strengthen collaboration and partnerships between school staff and families.
• You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting school improvement projects.

Required Skills

Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Associate degree in any field and at least two years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
• OR Bachelor's degree in any field.
• OR High school diploma or GED and four years of full-time post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).

Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.

Key Dates

• APPLY BY: January 15, 2027
• KNOW BY: March 1, 2027
• DEPART ON: August 27, 2027
• DURATION: 2 years, plus 3 months training