About this role
Do you remember the person who made reading feel magical for you? This is your chance to be that person for students in Vanuatu. Elementary students begin school in one of the Vanuatu’s 110 indigenous languages through grade 2 before transitioning to English instruction in grade 3. As a result, grade 3 students must acquire a new language at the same time they are developing foundational reading skills. Although the Ministry of Education has established a comprehensive national literacy framework, only 65% of grade 4 students currently meet minimum literacy benchmarks. Delivering consistent, high‑quality instruction across Vanuatu’s geographically dispersed island communities remains a significant challenge for teachers and education officials. As an English Language Facilitator, you will support teachers as they transition from mother-tongue expression to English literacy. By building teacher capacity in evidence-based literacy strategies, supporting differentiated instruction, and engaging families in literacy activities, you'll help more students achieve reading proficiency.