Basic Literacy and Numeracy Teacher - Arsal (2 positions)

Street and working children often lack basic access to service and education. Working alongside case workers and PSS officers conducting psychosocial activities, the BLT will provide tailored lessons according to a specialized curriculum on a weekly basis.

Who this position reports to:

• BLN and SaWC PSS officers

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide effective teaching in basic literacy and numeracy to street and working children in locations where psychosocial activities are conducted. For a maximum of 9 hours a week, 3 days a week following curriculum and calendar.
• Implement child –centered teaching methods, and diverse teaching techniques to engage children.
• Maintain a safe and effective teaching / learning environment during the sessions on the street or in a SHLS.
• Enhance communication with parents through though proper communication channels with parents through PSS officers and case workers
• Prepare teaching hand outs and activity sheets prior to sessions where appropriate.
• Assess children’s learning progress using assessment tools, at the beginning implementation of the sessions and on a 3 month basis

Professional Standards

• All IRC staff is required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

Desirable not essential

• Experience working with street and working children
• Experience working with Syrian, Dom and Turkmen communities