BLN Teacher

Reports to: Educational Project Manager

General Responsibilities:

• Enrolling students to the educational program, including placement tests if appropriate
• Preparation of classes based on the curriculum
• Teaching according to the students’ educational needs and abilities, including a focus on interactive learning, and following the Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy at all times
• Development of a curriculum plan, in order to track the progress of the curriculum in each cycle of the project
• Providing input on the curriculum, including developing the curriculum where required and with the support of the Project Manager
• Setting and adapting objectives for each class
• Preparing learning material, games and activities for the classes as necessary, making use of the materials and equipment available 
• Preparing examinations and recording results
• Recording attendance of the students in each class, and following up with those who do not attend
• Communicating with the students / parents of students where necessary
• Monitoring the general progress of the class and reporting back to the Project Manager where necessary
• In cases of students below the age of 18, setting class rules with the class at the start of the course
• Encouraging students of all levels, promoting their progress and wellbeing, and creating a positive atmosphere in the classroom
• Making referrals to the protection team
• Attendance of meetings, trainings and workshops
• Providing input to the Project Manager about required materials for the classes
• Supporting other activities in the center by fulfilling center-wise tasks such as registration and outreach, as required

Key Performance Indicators:

• Provision of one set of tests per course
• Attendance data from all students per course
• Develop and amend existing curriculum

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors’ Degree or other appropriate academic qualification related to the teaching subject, or in education or teaching, or in another relevant field
• At least two years’ experience in teaching
• Advanced knowledge in the subject being taught
• Excellent teaching skills
• Knowledge of interactive learning
• Classroom management skills
• Ability to communicate with people from different backgrounds
• Ability to work with difficult cases
• Organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of safe referrals is a plus
• Adherence to B&Z’s policies and procedures