English Teacher - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Viet Nam - 2 years, plus 3 months training
Peace Corps
United States
Posted on Jan 7, 2026
About The Job
Apply by :
April 1, 2026
Know By
June 1, 2026
Depart On
October 2, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Viet Nam’s Ministry of Education and Training is looking for experienced educators and recent graduates to strengthen in-country English language skills.
Viet Nam’s education system is extending its 7-year English curriculum to ten years, and new language competency standards have been set for both teachers and college graduates. Families who are unable to invest in private tutoring are struggling to meet the basic standards. Public high schools are requesting native English speakers to support language acquisition in the classroom and adequately prepare students for national exams.
As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to strengthen English language learning, with an emphasis on speaking and comprehension. By engaging in daily conversations at the school and with the larger community, you will enhance intercultural understanding between Vietnamese and Americans.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates must have one of the following:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any discipline and a strong desire to teach English
Apply by :
April 1, 2026
Know By
June 1, 2026
Depart On
October 2, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Viet Nam’s Ministry of Education and Training is looking for experienced educators and recent graduates to strengthen in-country English language skills.
Viet Nam’s education system is extending its 7-year English curriculum to ten years, and new language competency standards have been set for both teachers and college graduates. Families who are unable to invest in private tutoring are struggling to meet the basic standards. Public high schools are requesting native English speakers to support language acquisition in the classroom and adequately prepare students for national exams.
As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to strengthen English language learning, with an emphasis on speaking and comprehension. By engaging in daily conversations at the school and with the larger community, you will enhance intercultural understanding between Vietnamese and Americans.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates must have one of the following:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any discipline and a strong desire to teach English