High School Math Teacher - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Liberia • Africa - 2 years, plus 3 months training
United States
Posted on Jul 4, 2026
About The Project
Liberia is looking for math teachers to strengthen instruction and learning outcomes for grades 9-12
Mathematics achievement remains a significant challenge nationwide. Many students struggle with foundational numeracy, algebra readiness, and problem-solving due to limited instructional materials, overcrowded classrooms, and a lack of trained math teachers. National assessments consistently reveal gaps in math proficiency, especially in rural areas. As Liberia’s government prioritizes improved workforce readiness, economic growth, and educational equity, strengthening the country’s math education has become essential.
As a High School Math Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to strengthen instructional techniques, build students’ confidence, and develop sustainable resources. Over time, your efforts will contribute to stronger student performance, raise pass rates, and expand access to quality math education.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Teach math lessons aligned with the national curriculum and connect concepts to real‑world applications.
Create student-centered, interactive instructional materials.
Model classroom strategies that strengthen numeracy, algebra, geometry, and problem-solving skills.
Lead small group or remedial lessons to reinforce key concepts.
Use simple assessment tools to track student progress and inform instruction.
Collaborate with school leaders to advance math‑focused initiatives and improve instructional quality.
Encourage parent and community involvement in supporting students’ math learning.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting math clubs or computer literacy workshops.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in secondary education with a concentration in math.
OR
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with secondary certification in math.
OR
Bachelor's degree in math, engineering, or computer science.
OR
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minor or equivalent in math.
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Key dates
APPLY BY : November 15, 2026
KNOW BY : January 1, 2027
DEPART ON : June 17, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training
Liberia is looking for math teachers to strengthen instruction and learning outcomes for grades 9-12
Mathematics achievement remains a significant challenge nationwide. Many students struggle with foundational numeracy, algebra readiness, and problem-solving due to limited instructional materials, overcrowded classrooms, and a lack of trained math teachers. National assessments consistently reveal gaps in math proficiency, especially in rural areas. As Liberia’s government prioritizes improved workforce readiness, economic growth, and educational equity, strengthening the country’s math education has become essential.
As a High School Math Teacher, you will collaborate with school staff to strengthen instructional techniques, build students’ confidence, and develop sustainable resources. Over time, your efforts will contribute to stronger student performance, raise pass rates, and expand access to quality math education.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Teach math lessons aligned with the national curriculum and connect concepts to real‑world applications.
Create student-centered, interactive instructional materials.
Model classroom strategies that strengthen numeracy, algebra, geometry, and problem-solving skills.
Lead small group or remedial lessons to reinforce key concepts.
Use simple assessment tools to track student progress and inform instruction.
Collaborate with school leaders to advance math‑focused initiatives and improve instructional quality.
Encourage parent and community involvement in supporting students’ math learning.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting math clubs or computer literacy workshops.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in secondary education with a concentration in math.
OR
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with secondary certification in math.
OR
Bachelor's degree in math, engineering, or computer science.
OR
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minor or equivalent in math.
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Key dates
APPLY BY : November 15, 2026
KNOW BY : January 1, 2027
DEPART ON : June 17, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training