Consultant - Tutor

What you will do

• Provide academic support to students both within school hours and outside school settings through Community-Based Learning Centres (CBLs).
• The role focuses on implementing remedial education programs, fostering academic improvement, and addressing educational gaps.
• The incumbent will work closely with students, parents, and community stakeholders to promote retention in schools and enhance academic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

A. Academic Support Within Schools

1. Targeted Remedial Learning: - Conduct remedial classes focusing on Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) and Language skills (English). - Design and implement personalized learning plans for students based on their academic needs. - Assist students with test preparation, including reviewing content, administering practice tests, and teaching study strategies.
2. Confidence Building: - Develop and facilitate activities aimed at enhancing students' confidence and academic performance. - Provide consistent and constructive feedback to foster motivation and engagement.
3. Classroom Support: - Collaborate with schoolteachers to align remedial teaching strategies with regular classroom instruction. - Monitor and assess students' academic progress during school hours to ensure learning objectives are met. B. Community-Based Learning Centres (CBLs)
4. Remedial Education: - Deliver targeted remedial classes to address academic gaps in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. - Conduct spoken English and communication skill sessions to enhance students' oral and verbal abilities. - Incorporate career preparation and life skills training into education sessions to support holistic development.
5. Community Engagement Activities: - Conduct door-to-door surveys to identify and enroll out-of-school children. - Build community awareness by organizing sensitization sessions with parents to emphasize the importance of education. - Actively engage with the community to ensure every out-of-school child is enrolled in suitable educational programs.
6. Empowering Students: - Provide personalized guidance and mentorship to support students' academic and personal growth. - Collaborate with mentors to ensure all enrolled students receive comprehensive support. C. Monitoring and Reporting
7. Progress Tracking: - Maintain accurate academic records for each student, documenting their progress and challenges. - Use monitoring tools to assess the quality of remedial education sessions and identify areas for improvement.
8. Reporting: - Submit attendance records for students in remedial classes and CBLs. - Prepare and share reports on home visits, parental meetings, and CBL activities with relevant stakeholders.
9. Quality Assurance: - Collaborate with mentors and coordinators to ensure adherence to program quality standards. - Participate in regular evaluations and feedback sessions to improve program delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Science, English, Social Work, or a related field.
• Master's degree in relevant subject matter will be preferred.
• 1-2 years of teaching experience, preferably in remedial education or community engagement.
• Prior experience working with schoolchildren, particularly in underserved communities.