This year SCERT has mandated Kotak Education Foundation (KEF) to implement the KEF FLN program in 516 PM SHRI schools. We will be piloting with 150 Schools in 5 adjoining districts
PM SHRI schools are envisioned to be exemplary schools that meet the demands of the 21st century. These schools will be strengthened to showcase the various aspects of the National Education Policy, 2020 and to emerge as exemplary schools in their regions.
FLN programme in PM SHRI schools
The primary challenge facing our education system is ensuring that students achieve Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) skills by the fourth grade. The FLN Project at KEF is dedicated to enhancing FLN education by prioritizing teacher training and support. Our goal is to empower educators with effective pedagogical strategies and implement the NIPUN Lakshya in government and semi-private schools.
Objectives of the FLN Project in PM SHRI schools
1. To build capacity and support teachers to enhance their pedagogical skills and content knowledge to facilitate effective FLN student learning.
2. To provide resources to teachers to support their professional development and enhance their instructional effectiveness
3. To improve student outcomes by using innovative instructional techniques to enhance student's mathematical abilities, including problem-sol ng, critical thinking, and application of mathematical concepts.
4. To improve student outcomes by enhancing proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, and improve comprehension, vocabulary, and communication skills through student-friendly resources
5. To actively engage parents in supporting their children's FLN development by providing them with guidance and resources, thereby fostering a collaborative home-school partnership to enhance FLN outcomes
Key Responsibilities
Coordination and Liaison
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? Engage with DIET/SCERT to ensure alignment with policies and resources.
? Act as the primary contact for internal stakeholders to oversee and implement KEF-budgeted activities according to established guidelines.
Stakeholder Communication
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? Serve as the main point of contact for Government authorities, DIET/SCERT, Schools programs and activities, ensuring a seamless communication flow.
? Keep all parties informed about ongoing activities and programs, creating a collaborative environment.
? Monitor, evaluate, and suggest improvements for the programs.
Training Program Delivery and Management:
? Conduct large group trainings for various stakeholders (teachers, HMs, Govt change makers) in various geographic locations.
? Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure training content is current, relevant, and aligned with educational standard.
Operations & Academic Support
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? Handle scheduling, logistics, and resource management to support school operations.
? Assist with event planning, including meetings and extracurricular activities.
? Aid in implementing academic programs, working closely with teachers and school administrators.
Documentation
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? Maintain accurate records and ensure that all documentation is up to date and accessible.
? Creating reports and presentations.
Budget and Resource Management
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? Assist with budget management, ensuring resources are allocated effectively across school projects.
Candidate Specifications:
Educational Qualification: Bachelor's / Master's degree in Education
Years of Experience & other requirements
? 5 - 8 years' experience in teacher training and curriculum development
? Fluency in English and local language i.e.
Marathi
? Ability to drive a 2 wheeler
Work Skills
? Demonstrated expertise in delivering effective teacher training programs.
? Strong knowledge of current educational trends, pedagogical methodologies, and technology integration in education.
? Self- starter, proactive in finding solutions
? Ability to execute independently with ownership
? Excellent presentation, public speaking, negotiation and interpersonal skills
? Critical thinking capacity and ability to think-out of the box
? Proven ability to work with stakeholders to implement the work in collaborative manner
Other Skills
? Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
? Demonstrated experience utilizing an influential style of leadership
? Strong computer and technology skills, with familiarity in using computer and web based applications (Microsoft Office Applications especially Excel, online portals for MIS)
? Organized, team player, self-starter and results-oriented individual
Role Specifications:
Nature of role: Consultant
Location: Sangli (The role may involve travelling to other locations beyond the allocated work location)
Hours of work: 8 hours 6 days a week
Working conditions: This role will also involve working in challenging community areas with infrastructural and other disadvantages