Job Description

Overview Of the Company:

The Akanksha Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide children from low-income communities with a high-quality education, enabling them to maximize their potential and transform their lives. Akanksha works primarily in the field of education, addressing formal education by initiating school reform through its School Project. Currently, Akanksha reaches out to the 13000+ children through its 26 schools in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur.

Position:

Pre-Primary Teacher. (Maternity Substitute)

Compensation

: 18k-20k

Position Summary

: As an Akanksha teacher, you will be directly responsible for at least 30 kids in a class. Your role will be to guide the students towards academic achievement while inculcating self-esteem and values in their curriculum that will empower them to think critically and make informed choices in their life. You will cultivate an environment of high achievement coupled with fun learning in the classrooms. You will build strong bonds with children to understand each child's needs and work with parents as partners in their child's education and future. Overview of the Team: The Akanksha Schools aim to be high-quality schools serving children from low-income communities in Mumbai and Pune. These schools work in partnership with local municipalities, with the vision of creating small clusters of model schools in these cities that can be used to impact the mainstream education system. The School Team comprises teachers, social workers, school administrator and helpers led by the School Leader.

What your role will entail:

Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices


Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students


Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress


Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs


Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process


Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team


Clearly articulating high expectations for students


Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment


Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development


Attending and participating in all school training and meetings


Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits


Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school


Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents

What you need for this Position Experience:

Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered

Knowledge/Skills:

Strong content knowledge and expertise


Love for children and learning


Adaptability to new instructional approaches


Patience and capacity to solve problems


Good planning and organizing skills


Strong team player


Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals


Openness to feedback and critical reflection


Strong oral and written communication skills in English

Education:

Pre-Primary:

Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred .

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Application Question(s):

Will you be able commute to Chinchbhavan everyday for work

Work Location: In person