MTC Teacher & In‑Field Mentor (Panama)

About the role

The MTC Teacher – In‑Field Mentor supports missionaries by delivering curriculum‑based instruction, coaching, and feedback across language, doctrine, and missionary skill development. The role works with junior and senior missionaries before, during, and after their time at the Missionary Training Center (MTC) in Panama.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one coaching, small‑group facilitation, and large‑group workshops following the approved curriculum.
• Prepare and deliver lessons in coordination with a companion teacher when applicable.
• Monitor missionaries’ participation on Canvas and discussion boards.
• Report progress and needs to the Teacher Trainer, Supervisor, and senior training managers.
• Assist area leadership in coordinating with mission and Missionary Department leadership.
• Coach missionaries in preparation for practice and live lessons.
• Participate in weekly training meetings and co‑teacher sessions.
• May assess language proficiency of missionaries and teacher applicants.
• May serve as an actor for role‑play scenarios or as a Training Area Assistant as needed.

Required profile

• Must be a returned missionary.
• Fluency in English and the specified second language (for language‑teaching positions).
• Outstanding coaching, facilitation, and training abilities.
• Strong knowledge of the “Preach My Gospel” curriculum.
• Excellent interpersonal, prioritizing, professionalism, and leadership skills.
• Self‑motivated, receptive to feedback, and able to work well with others.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to mentor missionaries and contribute to their spiritual development.
• Collaboration with experienced training leaders within the mission.