Digital Learning Specialist

Project Description

University students in Guinea are eager to learn English and basic computer skills with your support.

There is a shortage of English teachers in Guinea. Schools often focus on ensuring students pass exams to advance to the next grade. Theory and grammar are prioritized over utility and effective communication. Traditional teaching approaches offer limited bi-directional interactions and lack research-based practices to adequately support all learners, which can severely limit critical thinking skills and creativity.

As a Digital Learning Specialist, you will collaborate with the university staff to foster student-centered, practice-based learning experiences that develop the students’ English competencies and computer literacy. Together, you will implement a fun, participatory, and hands-on approach to learning that will inspire students to innovate, inspire, and lead their communities with a different way of thinking.

Program

PCR

Post

Guinea

Required Skills

• BA plus 3 or more years of relevant experience, including teaching and curriculum development, and teaching certification/license OR MA plus 2 or more years of relevant experience

• Specialized experience in one of the following areas: Early Childhood; Literacy; Adult English Ed; Vocational English Ed; or Special Education

Desired Skills

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

Strong background in computer skills and web research.

French language skills.

Partner Organization Name

Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation

Language Requirement

None

Living Conditions

Volunteers will be provided housing in an urban community near the university. The Volunteer can expect the housing to include a bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, and basic furniture.

Primary Sector

Education

Apply By

15-Feb-2026

Know By

01-Apr-2026

Start Date

10-Sep-2026

Assignment Length (months)

11

Positions Available

3

Accepts Couples

Yes

Accepting Applications?

Yes

Request Type

PCR000 PCR Volunteer

Posted on LinkedIn

Yes

Job Highlights

Gain experience in developing e-learning systems that curate existing and new English teaching resources.

Learn valuable classroom management skills and techniques adapted for different types of learners.

Experience Guinea’s beautiful culture firsthand.

Activities

How you and the community will make an impact together:

Participate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TEFL) curriculum and syllabus planning.

Curate and develop a variety of teaching aids to improve English learning.

Teach lessons on internet research and basic computer skills.

Grade students’ evaluations and provide feedback.

Identify opportunities to promote inter-colleague learning and development.

Develop activities that are mutually beneficial for the university and surrounding community.

You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as a movie club or a website development workshop.

Training

After a two-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with the university staff. You will work together to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.

Peace Corps/Guinea 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

Couples who are selected for the same sector will live together but work with different local partners, which may be in the same community or in neighboring communities (not more than 30 minutes apart)

Couple Training Conditions

Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities.

Couple Sector Combinations

Each person must apply separately and qualify for a position in the same sector as their partner