Teacher, English Access Scholarship Program

Brief description of JAAGO Foundation Trust

JAAGO Foundation Trust is dedicated to combating illiteracy and malnutrition among underprivileged children in Bangladesh, focusing on creating a society free from exploitation and discrimination, aiming to improve social conditions through education and youth empowerment.

JAAGO Foundation Trust collaborates with various local and international organizations to enhance its impact. It adheres to values of mutual respect, justice, transparency, and accountability, ensuring that all activities align with its mission to improve the lives of disadvantaged communities.

Committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct, JAAGO Foundation Trust has robust policies to address issues like fraud, corruption, and sexual exploitation. Through its diverse programs and initiatives, JAAGO Foundation Trust continues to make significant strides in empowering underprivileged children and fostering sustainable development in Bangladesh.

Position Summary

The Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality English language instruction to underserved youth in a weekend-based after-school program. They will conduct lessons for two batches of students, ensuring an engaging, student-centered learning environment. This role involves teaching a total of 8 hours of classes per week (4 hours per batch) on Fridays and Saturdays. The teacher will also contribute to extracurricular activities, professional development, and program monitoring.

The job circulars are on a rolling basis

Job Responsibilities

Teaching & Instruction

• Conduct 4 hours of classes per batch every Friday and Saturday, totaling 8 hours of teaching per week.
• Deliver interactive lessons using Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodologies.
• Enhance students’ proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English.
• Integrate U.S. cultural elements and global citizenship themes, such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and climate action, into lesson plans.
• Leverage technology and digital tools to enrich learning and build students’ digital literacy.

Classroom Management

• Foster a positive, student-centered learning environment that encourages active participation and mutual respect.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies, including group dynamics, community building, and addressing behavior challenges.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs and proficiency levels of students.

Professional Development

• Participate in pre-program Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions and ongoing professional development through the Access Teacher Community of Practice (CoP).
• Attend webinars, conferences, and training sessions to enhance teaching methodologies and knowledge of U.S. culture.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and refine instructional strategies.

Program Engagement

• Lead extracurricular activities, including off-site learning experiences, service-learning projects, and community initiatives, to complement classroom instruction.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to ensure program quality and adherence to reporting requirements.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and participation in activities.
• Prepare and submit lesson plans, student assessments, and progress reports in a timely manner.
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities conducted by JAAGO Foundation and the U.S. Embassy/Consulate.

Education

• Holds an applicable degree (e.g. TESOL, English, Second Language Acquisition)
• BA Pass/Equivalent/Bachelor’s degree/Masters in any discipline (preferably related to English or Education).

Experience

• Has high intermediate to advanced English. Communicates in English with ease and makes minimal errors in language. Understands questions and provides detailed responses.
• Has completed coursework related to teaching methodology/pedagogy.
• Has 3+ years of experience working with the student age group.

Skills and other competencies

Teaching Practice

• Provides examples of how they use Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in the classroom.
• Describes useful classroom management strategies related to community building, grouping students, and addressing problem behavior.

Enhancement Activities

• Has some familiarity with U.S. culture and can describe how they would approach teaching students about U.S. culture.
• Can articulate the value of service learning and is eager to gain a deeper understanding of its application in the learning environment.
• Provides examples of how they incorporate technology into the classroom to enrich student learning and digital literacy.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong commitment to empowering underserved youth.
• Ability to inspire and engage students in learning.
• Flexibility to participate in program activities and professional development outside regular hours.
• Prior experience with professional development activities (e.g., conferences, webinars, MOOCs).
• Enthusiasm for fostering collaboration and innovation in the classroom.