Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Specialist

Project Description

Educators with experience and a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are needed in Cameroon.

Cameroon has staked its vision for economic growth and technological advancement on STEM instruction. To meet this vision, the country is transitioning from a teacher-centered system to a more interactive student-centered, competency-based system. This transition from a teacher-centered education system to a student-centered system brings its own challenges. While teachers are struggling with creating competency-based learning experiences, students are still adjusting to the new, more interactive system.

As a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Specialist, you will collaborate with staff at secondary schools. Together, you will identify opportunities to strengthen the capacities of teachers and students, especially young girls who may abandon STEM studies due to societal stereotypes or fall behind due to more responsibilities at home.

Program

PCR

Post

Cameroon

Required Skills

Competitive candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Science/STEM field, or Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in relevant field (e.g., education) with certification or significant relevant experience in STEM

OR

2 or more years of relevant teaching experience

OR

2 or more years of specialized experience in one of the following areas: Math, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Earth Sciences, or Art

Desired Skills

All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:

Intermediate-low French level for community integration purposes

Experience working in low-resource settings

Experience working with youth from different backgrounds

Partner Organization Name

Secondary Schools

Language Requirement

(PCV) French 1

Living Conditions

Volunteers will live independently as close to the school as possible. Volunteers can expect to live in either the central or southern regions

Primary Sector

Education

Apply By

15-Jan-2026

Know By

01-Mar-2026

Start Date

11-Aug-2026

Assignment Length (months)

10

Positions Available

1

Accepts Couples

Yes

Accepting Applications?

Yes

Request Type

PCR_275 STEM/STEAM Education Specialist/Support Specialist/Teacher-Trainer

Posted on LinkedIn

Yes

Job Highlights

Share your passion for math and science through hands-on instruction.

Practice your French language skills through daily conversations.

Gain insight into Cameroon’s education system and exchange skills with other educators.

Activities

Plan and facilitate one or two interactive classes, such as math, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, and statistics.

Train teachers on the use of digital tools, student-centered methods, and research-based teaching practices that support all learners.

Participate in lesson-study with a fellow teacher for peer feedback on lesson plans.

Develop sustainable guides and visual aids with local supplies.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as girl empowerment clubs and extracurricular activities.

Training

After a 2-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to a semi-rural or peri-urban community where you will collaborate with secondary school staff. You will work to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.

Peace Corps/Cameroon will equip you with French language resources and you may work with a local tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.

Couple Types

Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program.

Couple Living Conditions

Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.

Couple Training Conditions

Cross-sector couples will live with different host families who may reside in different communities during training. Cross-sector couples may see each other for joint-sector training days or on the weekends but neither are guaranteed.

Couple Sector Combinations

Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or a different sector than their partner.