Thanks so much for your interest in volunteering
with Pardada Pardadi Educational Society.
Volunteer English Teachers*
Over the last 4 years, Pradada Pradati Educational Society in Uttar
Pradesh, India has benefited from the dedication and enthusiasm of
volunteers from the USA, UK, Canada and Australia. For a look at the
work of our volunteers, please check out the website of our 2009
volunteer - Lindsay at http://eljay430.shutterfly.com/
*This
opportunity is ideal for Former Peace Corps volunteers (RPCVs) or
individuals with TEFL/EFL certification or Social Work experience.
Specialized skills, including a post-secondary degree in education,
teaching or teacher training experience, school
administration/management experience, IT experience, public relations
experience, and development program management are desirable.
Key
Responsibilities
Teaching English language courses to
primary and secondary students.
Developing a class curriculum,
plan, and teaching methodology appropriate to the learning environment.
Establishing a monitoring plan for class programs and
progress, classroom growth, and student development.
Providing
tailored curricula for special-needs students.
Regularly
interacting with parents and community members.
Leading-by-example through active participation in school and
community activities.
Skills and Competences
Experience working with and supervising children.
Good
interpersonal and communication skills essential, including in
cross-cultural and diverse contexts.
Fluency in English
(written and spoken) essential. Hindi an asset. Commitment to learn
basic Hindi prior to departure desired.
Post-secondary
certification, diploma, or degree. TEFL/TESL certification an asset.
Acceptable combination of education and experience will be considered.
General knowledge of gender and diversity issues, children's
rights and protection issues, and the Uttar Pradesh educational context.
At least six months experience living or working abroad.
Hard-working, flexible, and open to diverse experiences.
Ability to lead and work effectively with others to achieve results.
Commitment to building and developing the volunteer
program.
Ability to live in rural areas and hardship
contexts.
Prepare your personal and professional life to
make a commitment to serve abroad for the full term of the service you pledge
to PPES.
Compensation:
Basic room and full board in line with standards
provided to local teachers.
Ground transport to/from airport
and school upon arrival and departure.
Assistance to sightsee
in Delhi.
Six-month assignments are subject to review with option to extend for
one year or longer. Well-designed, short-term project proposals will be
considered for three-month assignments. In addition to teaching English,
volunteers with appropriate skills are encouraged to develop and
implement projects appropriate to the school environment (examples
include: database upgrades, marketing, administration, sports coaching,
etc)
Application
Please send 1) your CV/ Resume 2) one page
essay of intent (optional but appreciated), 3) list of 3 references and
their contact information (incl. email if available).
Need
inspiration? Here are some fundraisers our volunteers have created:
