Teacher Assistant - Rangpur

Program Overview 

The Access English Scholarship Program, funded by the FHI360, provides a foundation of English language skills to bright, economically disadvantaged students through after-school and weekend classes. The program aims to empower youth with enhanced English proficiency, critical thinking, and leadership skills to better access future academic and employment opportunities. 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct interactive and engaging English language classes for Access students on weekends (Friday and/or Saturday). 
• Prepare lesson plans aligned with the program's curriculum, incorporating modern, student-centered methodologies. 
• Foster an inclusive and participatory learning environment that supports the linguistic, academic, and personal development of students. 
• Use a variety of multimedia, real-life contexts, and culturally relevant materials to promote effective English language learning. 
• Monitor and assess students’ progress through assignments, quizzes, and classroom activities. 
• Maintain regular attendance records, lesson logs, and student assessments in line with program requirements. 
• Provide support during program-related events such as enhancement activities, U.S. culture sessions, and camps. 
• Coordinate with the Program Coordinator and other teachers to ensure consistency and quality of delivery. 
• Participate in teacher training workshops organized by the implementing organization or U.S. Embassy. 

Safeguarding

• Uphold and promote the organization’s safeguarding policies to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults engaged in our activities. 
• Immediately report any concerns, suspicions, or incidents of safeguarding breaches in line with the organization’s reporting procedures. 
• Maintain professional boundaries and conduct that fosters a safe and respectful environment for all beneficiaries, colleagues, and stakeholders. 

Qualifications and Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in English, Education, TESOL/TEFL, or a related field. 
• Minimum 2 years of experience in teaching English, preferably to teenagers or young learners. 
• Strong command of spoken and written English. 
• Proven skills in interactive teaching methods and classroom management. 
• Flexibility to work on weekends and attend training or meetings as scheduled. 
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and youth development. 

Recruitment for this position will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity to enhance their chances of securing the role.

JAAGO is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

JAAGO is also committed to safeguarding the safety, dignity and well-being of children, young people and other vulnerable groups. All applicants must share this commitment, will be required to adhere to JAAGO’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct if appointed, and may be subject to pre-employment reference and background checks and mandatory safeguarding training.