Job Description

Profile of the School:

Shikha Academy is a progressive 1-12 school in Mumbai with a mission to enable motivated lower income children to complete an international curriculum and prepare them for the 21st century. We use unique, personalized, and tech-based pedagogy and have a vibrant experimental culture to ensure each child gets the right support to succeed. Our vision is to inspire in all students a love for learning through relevant skills, knowledge and attitudes empowering them with courage, integrity and grit to achieve success and joy for themselves, their communities and the world

Key Responsibilities:

Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences and social emotional growth which best utilize the time available for instruction. Utilize technology for effective student instruction. Establish and maintain standards of student behaviour needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere. Communicate and liaise on a regular basis with fellow team department/grade members with regards to planning, assessment, parent and community contact, subject organization, classroom issues, expectations, and routines. Engage in relevant professional development in teaching and learning provided by the school. Develop units of study, assessment rubrics, and data analysis. Act as a resource and support for new staff members. Participate in and assist with school events. Establishing classroom, lab, and field trip rules and regulations and ensuring that all students understand what is expected of them.

Profile of the Candidate:

We are always interested in passionate teachers who have the motivation to give back to their communities and the country by nurturing these young bright minds to create the next set of leaders in the country. We urge our teachers to use their creativity to craft lessons without the burden of pre-defined syllabi as well as to make their voices heard.

We are looking for a Computer Science Teacher (Primary and Middle School) with the following qualifications:

Prior experience is relevant field. Openness to explore various innovative styles of pedagogy/teaching. Willingness to stay updated with the latest advancements and trends in the field of computer science. Ability to integrate technology into teaching practices effectively. Empathy and love for children, and openness to working with children from a low-income backgrounds. Understands and values differentiated project-based learning. Experience with working in the social sector. Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Benefit: Experience with the IB MYP/IGCSE curriculum.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Borivali H.O, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Computer Science Teacher: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person