University English Teacher - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Mexico • North America - 2 years, plus 3 months training
United States
Posted on Sep 3, 2026
About The Project
Mexico is seeking motivated educators to help strengthen English language learning at public universities.
Strong economic, cultural, and academic ties between Mexico and the United States have made English communication skills highly desirable. As a result, the Government of Mexico has prioritized improving English education. Many public universities, however, continue to face challenges, such as limited resources, large student populations, and varying instructional quality. For students from underserved communities, stronger English skills can lead to life-changing scholarships, international programs, and meaningful employment.
As a University English Teacher, you will support students and university staff to become more confident and effective English communicators. You’ll introduce the faculty to new instructional methods, planning approaches, and professional growth opportunities. Over time, these efforts will contribute to Mexico’s broader goals of competitiveness, cultural exchange, and expanded opportunity.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Plan and teach student-centered English language lessons alongside faculty.
Facilitate communities of practice for teachers.
Mentor students through feedback, advising, and academic support.
Deliver workshops or presentations in English for faculty and students.
Facilitate extracurricular English activities, such as conversation sessions or cultural events.
Support students preparing résumés, presentations, or job interviews.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as environmental clubs or youth sports.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
AND
At least 30 hours of English as a Foreign Language teaching/tutoring experience with primary, middle, or high school students, university students, or adults.
Language: Spanish
APPLY BY : January 15, 2027
KNOW BY : March 1, 2027
DEPART ON : August 22, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training
Mexico is seeking motivated educators to help strengthen English language learning at public universities.
Strong economic, cultural, and academic ties between Mexico and the United States have made English communication skills highly desirable. As a result, the Government of Mexico has prioritized improving English education. Many public universities, however, continue to face challenges, such as limited resources, large student populations, and varying instructional quality. For students from underserved communities, stronger English skills can lead to life-changing scholarships, international programs, and meaningful employment.
As a University English Teacher, you will support students and university staff to become more confident and effective English communicators. You’ll introduce the faculty to new instructional methods, planning approaches, and professional growth opportunities. Over time, these efforts will contribute to Mexico’s broader goals of competitiveness, cultural exchange, and expanded opportunity.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Plan and teach student-centered English language lessons alongside faculty.
Facilitate communities of practice for teachers.
Mentor students through feedback, advising, and academic support.
Deliver workshops or presentations in English for faculty and students.
Facilitate extracurricular English activities, such as conversation sessions or cultural events.
Support students preparing résumés, presentations, or job interviews.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as environmental clubs or youth sports.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
AND
At least 30 hours of English as a Foreign Language teaching/tutoring experience with primary, middle, or high school students, university students, or adults.
Language: Spanish
- Completed 4 years of high school Spanish coursework in the past 8 years
- Completed college-level Elementary II Spanish semester (Elementary III in quarter system) within the past 6 years
- Score between 50-62 on the Spanish College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exam in the past 6 years
- Score Novice-High or Intermediate-Low on official American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) in Spanish within the past 6 years
APPLY BY : January 15, 2027
KNOW BY : March 1, 2027
DEPART ON : August 22, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training