Empowering Rural Education – School Completion Program – One Year Teaching Fellowship
Gopaldham School Completion Program: Our initiative aims to empower adolescents, who have left the formal schooling system before completing grades 10 or 12, with education and entrepreneurial skills through the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). Grounded in Gandhian philosophy, we integrate academic learning, vocational training, and socio-emotional development, fostering self-sufficiency.
Who do we cater to?
We cater to students aged 14 to 18 who face the unfortunate reality of dropping out without completing the 10th or 12th grades. Currently engaged in labour-intensive work, predominantly in agriculture or diamond polishing, these students encounter uncertain and low-reward occupations, hindering personal and professional growth. Our program aims to break these barriers by fostering entrepreneurship, imparting life skills, and facilitating the completion of their 10th/12th-grade exams through NIOS.
Watch this short video to get a glimpse of the program.
About the Role:
Responsibilities:
1. Design content based on the NIOS curriculum for core subjects. Subjects could include the following based on students’ preferences.
- Gujarati
- Data Entry Operations
- English
- Painting
- Early Childhood Care
- Social Science
- Science & Technology
- Entrepreneurship
- Home Science
- Maths
- Physical Education & Yoga
- Tourism
2. Conduct lessons on various core subjects.
3. Mentor/facilitate entrepreneurship classes covering skills like baking, tailoring, handicrafts, mechanical, etc.
4. Support new school development activities, including setting up a community library and labs.
5. Engage with parents and community members.
6. Mentor students on future career options.
Other details
- Fellowship Duration: 1 year
- Fellows are required to stay on-site at Gopaldham Learning Centre. The learning centre is located 80 km from Rajkot and 180 km from Ahmedabad. The nearest town, Jasdan, is located 20 km away. Accommodation will be provided.
- Stipend: Rs. 15,000 per month
Who are we looking for?
Requirements
1. Bachelor’s degree
2. Individuals who:
- Thrive in a dynamic and flexible work environment.
- Enjoy working in a rural setting contributing to grassroots education.
- Possess a strong growth mindset and willingness to take ownership of various tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Curriculum development experience
- Proficiency in Gujarati
- 1-2 years of teaching experience
- Experience with teaching/mentoring adolescent students
- Vocational skills such as tailoring, baking, or making handicrafts would be an added advantage.
You might want to apply because
- This position offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking a quiet rural setting, providing a peaceful environment for personal and professional growth.
- By working with under-resourced communities, you have the chance to significantly impact the lives of those often overlooked.
- Your contribution will bring positive change, foster education and entrepreneurship among the underserved, and shape a brighter future for them and the community.
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter (not exceeding 300 words) to vkhimani@gmail.com
