Teachers College Science Education Trainer - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Guyana • South America - 10 months
Peace Corps · United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteEducationContract
About The Project Activities How you and the community will make an impact together: Support the preparation, management, and maintenance of laboratory environments for effective instruction and experimentation. Develop and implement new hands-on experiments that align with the curriculum. Manage laboratory inventory, stock control, equipment maintenance, calibration, and minor repairs. Maintain laboratory safety and compliance by ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials according to established regulations. Provide safety training and support risk assessments for students, staff, and laboratory assistants, including emergency response procedures and safe laboratory practices. Guide students and teachers in scientific techniques, experimental procedures, troubleshooting, and the effective use of laboratory equipment. Promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and the application of theoretical science to real-world laboratory experiences. Strengthen laboratory systems through school visits, safety awareness, and regional laboratory resources. You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as strengthening organizational development through the adoption of improved practices, enhanced tools, or strategic resources. Key dates APPLY BY : November 15, 2026 KNOW BY : January 1, 2027 DEPART ON : May 30, 2027 DURATION : 10 months