[Remote] Youth Development Teacher - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Eswatini • Africa - 2 years, plus 3 months training

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Peace Corps is seeking a Youth Development Teacher to support youth development initiatives in Eswatini. The role involves teaching life skills, leading youth clubs, promoting healthy behaviors, developing employability and financial skills, and connecting youth with supportive services.

Responsibilities

• Team up with teachers to create engaging life‑skills lessons
• Plan and lead life‑skills sessions with out‑of‑school youth through weekend clubs and activities
• Create youth clubs that build employability, basic business, and personal money management skills
• Inspire and guide youth to lead projects and initiatives that make a real difference in their schools and communities
• Connect youth with youth-friendly medical services
• You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as a running club or digital literacy training

Skills

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, education, youth development, applied behavioral science, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in social work, social studies, psychology, education, youth development, applied behavioral science, or a related field with at least 3 months of experience working with youth and/or families
• High school diploma or GED and three years of experience working with youth and/or families, preferably from under-resourced communities

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