25 weeks – 6 hours on Saturday

Fundación Uno, the National University of Engineering (UNI), the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua (UNAN) and the Ministry of Education (MINED) developed an intensive math-training program. The program was launched in 2008  in the department of Rivas, Nicaragua. The topics covered are arithmetic, geometry, algebra and functions for both primary and secondary school teachers. So far we have trained 4,540 teachers in the departments of  Boaco, Carazo, Chinandega, Chontales, Esteli, Jinotega, León, Managua, Masaya, Matagalpa and Rivas.

34 weeks a year, 6 levels, 2-3 years, Sundays

In 2010, Fundación Uno, Peace Corps, and the Nicaraguan Ministry of Education (MINED) launched an intensive English training program in Rivas called STEP (Striving Towards English Proficiency). The program utilizes the internationally recognized TopNotch materials (published by Pearson Prentice Hall) and is taught by Peace Corps volunteers. Upon completion trainees take a TOEFL equivalency exam to determine their advancement, which is administered with help from the United States Embassy. The program is offered in Chinandega, Estelí, León, Managua, and Rivas.

72%

of teachers that graduate from the program have an equivalent TOEFL score which approaches the requirement  to be admitted into a U.S. community college or university

In 2008, the Cultural Collection of Central America published Natural Sciences in Nicaragua by Jaime Incer Barquero. Since its publishing, the Ministry of Education recognized it as the official textbook for primary school students in Nicaragua.

A total of 4,965 books have been donated between 2008-2012 to teachers all over Nicaragua and with the help of Dr. Jaime Incer Barquero each of these teachers received a one-day training on how to use the material.

9 weeks, 6 hours on Sunday

Fundación Uno, the Ministry of Education (MINED), Fundación Yo Quiero Ser Feliz, and the American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) began an initiative to reinforce the literacy and reading comprehension skills of teachers.

The objective of these trainings is to improve the professional performance of teachers, keep them up to date with the latest methodologies and provide them with the necessary tools for promoting reading habits among their students.

About the Program

Fundación Uno, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Primary Education, has launched a special educational initiative designed to enhance the teaching capabilities of primary school educators. The program focuses on strengthening both the scientific and didactic skills of teachers, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of learning for students across the country. This initiative seeks to respond directly to the needs of our educators, students, and the broader educational community. By providing targeted professional development, we aim to support teachers in their essential role of fostering the academic growth of children, from first to sixth grade.

Our Objective

The program is designed to equip teachers with the pedagogical tools and strategies needed to advance student learning and ensure that every child receives a high-quality education. Through a comprehensive teacher training plan, we aim to empower educators to better engage their students, adapt to diverse learning needs, and help all children thrive academically. By strengthening the skills of teachers, we are not only enhancing their professional growth but also investing in the future of our students—creating a positive, lasting impact on the education system as a whole.

15 weeks – 6 hours on Saturdays

Given the significant results of the math training, Fundación Uno expanded “Teacher Training” and offered a new course on basic computing skills for the highest achieving teachers of the mathematics workshops.