University English Teacher in Kyrgyz Republic

Job description

We are looking for U.S. citizens who want to be a part of something bigger and are willing to go the distance to make a difference. Is that you?

In more than 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities – growing, teaching, learning, and making change together.

As a Peace Corps Volunteer, you'll live and work alongside community members on locally prioritized projects, receiving a stipend and other support as you immerse yourself in a new culture. You’ll build relationships, exchange knowledge, and help transform lives for generations.

About the project

The Kyrgyz Republic is looking for individuals interested in supporting English language acquisition at the higher education level.

The Kyrgyz government has ambitious goals for increasing economic and academic opportunities for its citizens, and the need to communicate in English is a national priority at the center of recent education reforms. Per the English First (EF) 2026 ranking of 123 countries by English skills, Kyrgyz Republic ranked #101, putting the country in the very low proficiency category. Limited English language practice combined with large classrooms have had a negative impact on students’ ability to develop strong communication skills. The country’s economic development goals depend on the government’s ability to improve teaching methods and language proficiency among teachers to deliver high-quality English language instruction to its students in all fields.

As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with staff at higher education institutions to strengthen English language instruction and proficiency. Through daily conversations, personalized support, and capacity strengthening workshops for teaching staff, you will enable students, teachers, and community members to become more confident in communicating in English as well as more knowledgeable of American culture.

Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Kyrgyz Republic project page.