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Post:Teaching Fellow
Organization:Springforth International SchoolLocation:Accra,Ghana
Spend a year in Accra, Ghana and become a part of a great African accomplishment! ILC Africa seeks
independent, energetic all-rounder with strong work ethic and a passion for education. Interested applicants should consider this one-year fellowship as an opportunity to gain exposure to international education in Africa. Interested applicants should consider this one-year opportunity as a way to gain exposure to West Africa in a primary school environment while gaining teaching experience. FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW:
• A 12-month opportunity (roughly from August 2013 to July 2014)
• Strong work ethic and commitment
• Emphasis placed on task completion and client results
• Posses an understanding of primary school environments
• Ability to work with African parents and staff of different social and cultural backgrounds
• Mature and flexible attitude towards significant work plans and multiple responsibilities within the scope of education
TEACHING FELLOW Founded in 2006, Springforth International School was created by two working American mothers to provide quality pre-school and primary education to the large multicultural community of East Legon, a suburb of Ghana’s vibrant capital city, Accra. The school’s mission is to provide early childhood and primary education in a nurturing, stimulating environment, helping children achieve their full potential through the development of their unique academic abilities and moral character. Since its inception, Springforth has served families from over 15 countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, the United States, the United Kingdom, Lebanon, Malta, Italy, and Canada. The Teaching Fellow’s primary responsibility is to teach primary school students from all over the world. The Fellow will coordinate classes and curriculum, lead after school activities, as well as positively affecting students’ development. Additionally, he/she will organize and take part of school events and outings which may take place on weekends and evenings.
Major responsibilities of the Teaching Fellow are as follows:
• Teaching all areas of the primary curriculum
• Taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age students
• Organizing the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment
• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within their class
• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation
• Maintaining discipline
,• Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive students’ development
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development
• Providing feedback to parents and guardians on a students’ progress at parents' evenings and other meetings
• Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area
• Working with others to plan and coordinate work
• Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum
• Organizing and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening
• Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly in smaller schools
The Teaching Fellow should possess the following specific skills/qualifications:
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Education); 5 years of teaching experience may take the place of a degree in Education.
• At least 3-5 years of teaching experience
• A desire to work in a cross-cultural environment
• Experience in working with or around pre-school and/or primary-aged children
• Creativity and initiative to implement new ideas for extracurricular and marketing activities
• High level of comfort to work with school staff of different cultural backgrounds
• Ability to take instruction with humility in a spirit of learning, apprenticeship, and professional growth
• Native or near native level English language ability
• Experience living in a developing country setting is a plus
TEACHING FELLOW PACKAGE:
• Orientation to Ghana culture and living
• One-year multiple entry visa
• Ghana visa extension costs up to two years
• A 50% subsidy of round-trip airfare and visa costs to Accra, Ghana
• Basic group accommodations during the length of the fellowship
• A local and basic living stipend to subsidize monthly personal living costs (meals, telecommunications, transportation, and incidentals)
• Health care incidentals subsidy
ILC Africa will select candidates in two rounds. Round 1 consists of an application package and Round 2 consists of an interview and practical assignment. Please send all Round 1 application materials by e-mail to services@ilcafrica.com by Monday, August 5th 2013.
Closing date: 05 Aug 2013
How to apply:
http://reliefweb.int/job/592149/teaching-fellow
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