1. POSITION VACANT: Subject Specialist(s), Transform Schools, The Transform Trust, Agartala, Tripura, India.

2. NO. OF VACANCIES: Total Twelve Vacancies: Subject Specialist(s), Three Each for English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science.

3. ORGANISATIONAL AND PROJECT BACKGROUND:

The Transform Trust and its partner People For Action, are impact-focused organisations with the mission to improve learning outcomes of secondary school students in multiple states of India, via a collaborative initiative called “Transform Schools.” (Please visit www.transformschools.in, for details)

Mission: Improving learning outcomes for secondary school children in India.

Vision: Every child realises their full potential in school and life beyond.

To deepen the impact and scale of this initiative, Transform Trust is now embarking on an exciting journey and setting up a successful payment for outcomes and services social enterprise. The first and large-scale, management and technical support consulting effort of this new social enterprise is Dhokho Shikshak (Proficient Teacher), a three-year (extendable) initiative to support the Government of Tripura’s TRESP programme, backed by the World Bank.

The Trust aims to grow this arm of its work as an effective scale pathway to impact learning and life outcomes in India. It is seeking to recruit a talented and proven impact consulting leader to build this vertical, deliver its first service contract, impact learning outcomes via an effective teacher professional development programme in the state of Tripura, and grow this effort, both in Tripura and beyond.

By 2030, the Transform Trust and People For Action, aim to impact 20M children, reaching and supporting 25% of children in elementary and secondary government schools across India.

About The Project:

Transform Schools is providing technical support to the Tripura State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) for In-service Teacher Professional Development and support within 12 aspirational blocks of Tripura under Tripura Rural Economic Growth and Service Delivery (TRESP).

Objective Of The Project:

(1) Build the capacity at SCERT and District Institute of Education and Training (DIETs) to improve planning, implementation, and monitoring of in-service teacher professional development by developing stronger linkages with data/evidence from student learning assessments and teacher subject and pedagogical knowledge assessments.
(2) Supplement the technical and operational capacity of SCERT and DIETs to provide evidence- based support to teachers through the development and rollout of in-service professional development courses.
(3) Development of grade and subject-wise structured lesson plans and guidebooks for upper primary, secondary, and senior secondary teachers
(4) Develop communication collaterals around the teacher professional development initiatives to be rolled out under TRESP.

4. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Subject Specialist(s) will be responsible for supporting and developing methodology, framework, tools on subject specific needs, while closely adhering to specified timelines.

Key Deliverable:

(A) Develop Methodology, Framework, and Tools for Diagnostic Assessment and Self-Assessment:

(1) Design and create a comprehensive methodology, framework, and tools for conducting diagnostic assessments and self-assessments that cater to the specific needs of students;
(2) Ensure that the methodology and tools address the knowledge and requirements of teachers, enabling them to effectively evaluate and support their students' subject-specific needs.

(B) Conduct Full Capacity Review of SCERT and DIETs on Specific Subjects:

(1) Support the development of a methodology, framework, tools, and timelines for conducting a thorough capacity review of State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) and District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs) in relation to specific subjects;

(2) Ensure that the review process comprehensively evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of SCERT and DIETs, enabling informed decision-making and improvements in subject-specific education.

(C) Develop Learning Resources for SCERT, DIET Faculty, Teachers, and Students:

(1)Create engaging and effective learning resources that cater to the needs of SCERT, DIET faculty, teachers, and students in specific subjects;

(2)Ensure that the learning resources are comprehensive, up-to-date, and accessible, providing valuable support for curriculum implementation and enhancing subject-specific knowledge and skills.

(D) Conduct Orientation and Capacity Building Sessions:

(1) Organize orientation and capacity building sessions for SCERT, DIET, State  Resource Group (SRG) members, and teachers focused on specific subjects;

(2) Provide comprehensive training and guidance to enhance their understanding and proficiency in subject-specific pedagogy, content knowledge, and instructional strategies, promoting effective teaching and learning practices.

(E) Quality Assurance (QA) Visits:

(1) Conduct QA visits to assess the implementation and effectiveness of subject-specific educational initiatives and interventions;

(2) Evaluate the adherence to standards and guidelines, provide constructive feedback, and identify areas for improvement to enhance the overall quality of education in specific subjects.

5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications and Experience:

(1) Post graduate degree in a relevant discipline (Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and English; balance in terms of availability of physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Sociology, Political Science, and/or Economics would be preferred);

(2) Minimum two years of experience in creating structured lesson plans in respective subjects for grades 6th to 12th.

Skills and Competencies:

(1) Preference will be given to candidates who have proficiency in Bangla, Kokbarok, or other dialects of Tripura;
(2) Strong command over subject area and should be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of key concepts, principles, and theories;

(3) Strong interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and collaboration skills;

(4) Familiarity with educational programs, initiatives, and best practices in the education sector in India;
(5) Ability to conduct research, analyze data and information to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in their field;

(6) Ability to develop effective instructional materials and methods;

(7) As new technologies and trends emerge, Subject Specialists must be able to adapt and adjust their skills and knowledge accordingly.

6. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

The consolidated remuneration for the position is Rs. 11.05 lacs per annum and will commensurate with experience and salary history of the candidate.

7. DURATION OF CONTRACT:

The contract for the Subject Specialist(s) position shall be for 11 months including a three-month probationary period. Following the successful completion of the probationary period, the contract will continue for the remaining period of 11 months and at the end of contract period, it will be renewed for another 11 months subject to satisfactory performance evaluations and mutual agreement between the employee and Transform Schools.

8. LOCATION: Agartala, Tripura, India
 

9. REFERENCE: SS-TS-PFA

10. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS

Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.

1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar

New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025

Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

11. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in the position, are requested to apply using the link https://bit.ly/Apply-SS-TS-PFA at the earliest.

Transform Schools, The Transform Trust is an equal opportunity provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability and/or marital status.