The Pacific Educator in Residence (PEIR) program offers a 1-year*
residency for educators from the 10 Pacific jurisdictions served by PREL.
A collaborative effort of PREL, the departments of education (DOEs),
and institutions of higher education (IHEs) in the Pacific region, the
PEIR program enhances and develops the personal and professional skills
of Pacific educators in the context of PREL's ongoing work. PEIRs focus
on learning experiences that maximize professional development
opportunities and benefit their schools and communities. In general,
PEIRs remain employed in their home entities and return at the end of
their 1-year* term. See our list of Pacific Educators in Residence.
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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL MAY 30, 2008, FOR RESIDENCY YEAR 2008–2009
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Any teacher, administrator, counselor, or faculty member employed by a school system or IHE within PREL's service area may apply. PREL's service area includes American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia (Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap), Guam, Hawai'i, the Republic of Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands. To be eligible, applicants must also obtain approval signatures on their application form from their current employer and the director/minister of education.
A PEIR preferably holds a bachelor's degree or higher; however, applicable professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Applicants should have a demonstrated background in one or more areas of research, teaching, curriculum/program development, educational administration, educational technology, or other field applicable to PREL's mission and programs. This year, PREL is particularly seeking applicants in the following areas:
PREL is currently accepting PEIR applications for residency year 2008–2009. Please download and complete the application form , obtain the required approval from your employer and SEA chief, and fax or mail the form to PREL. The deadline to submit application forms is May 30, 2008. The application form is available online through this PREL website, at PREL service centers, or at local DOE offices. PEIR selections will be announced by the end of June 2008. Selections are based on the background and content area knowledge of the applicant, with consideration given to equity among the 10 jurisdictions.
The term of residency is 1 year, beginning from September 1, 2008, and continuing through August 31, 2009, unless otherwise specified in the Announcement Letter. PEIRs do not receive a salary from PREL, but a monthly stipend is provided for PEIRs who relocate.
The PEIR program is funded through contracts and grants with the U.S. Department of Education and is executed through collaborative agreements with Pacific DOEs and IHEs.
For additional information, please contact:
*Please see cover page of the application form for specific PEIR position background requirements and term of residency.
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