Teach in Haiti

Exacerbated in large part by a series of natural disasters, lack of access to education remains a key obstacle to social and economic development in Haiti. Currently, primary school enrolment sits at around 85% and roughly 80% of students fail to reach secondary school, while the adult literacy rate is about 60%.

Haiti is also presently experiencing a shortage of qualified teachers. If you’re an educator who is looking to make a powerful difference in the lives of children globally and have a rewarding, purpose-driven international teaching career, then teaching in Haiti could be the right opportunity for you!

Teaching jobs in Haiti

From primary and secondary schools to international schools and ESL language centers, there are a wide variety of teaching jobs for overseas educators across all subjects and experience levels in Haiti.

International school teaching jobs in Haiti

Certified teachers looking for opportunities to teach in Haiti can do so in international schools throughout the country, most of which follow an IB or North American curriculum. The majority of international schools are located in major towns and cities, like Port-au-Prince.

Teaching jobs in Port-au-Prince

Interested in landing a teaching job at one of Haiti’s foremost international schools? Union School in Port-au-Prince is currently accepting applications from experienced North American educators who are seeking opportunities for professional development and growth as well as a chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Haiti.

English teaching jobs in Haiti – Requirements for ESL teachers

Typically, the minimum requirements to land a job in a private language school in Haiti include a bachelor’s degree, native English proficiency, and a TEFL certificate. Teaching experience, while considered an asset, is not strictly required.

Teaching in Haiti – Requirements for certified teachers

Teachers looking to teach at an international school in Haiti should hold a bachelor’s degree, preferably from a school of education as well as an active teaching license. Two years of related teaching experience is usually also required.

Most international schools in Haiti offer a lucrative benefits package on top of your monthly salary, including flight allowance and housing.

Your school will be able to assist you with obtaining a work visa.

Are you considering teaching and living in Haiti? Better start working on that travel bucket list! A unique blend of French, African and Caribbean cultures, Haiti has so much to offer the adventurous traveler.While some Haitians do speak English, Creole is the main language spoken so it’s worth learning some of the basics before you go. Flavorful and not too spicy, Haitian cuisine has its own Caribbean/European flair that you won’t find anywhere else in the world.

Cote des Arcadins, a series of quaint fishing towns, all-inclusive resorts and incredible beaches, is only an hour or so northwest of Port-au-Prince. If you’re into hiking, you can also trek up to the largest fortress in the western hemisphere, La Citadelle La Ferriere.

To the south of the country, the historic town of Jacmel, which was originally established in the 16th century, was designated a UNESCO Creative City in 2014 to commemorate its ongoing cultural contributions and preservation of artistic traditions in the wake of the 2010 earthquake. Raymond Des Bains, also in Jacmel, is a popular local beach to visit and experience the sunset.

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