Pratham
## Associate, English Program
**About Pratham**
Pratham, founded in 1995, is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality education to children and youth across India. Over the past 30 years, Pratham has expanded its reach to over 27 states and union territories, implementing various educational interventions. The organization has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Lui Che Woo Prize, WISE Prize for Innovation, and the Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the field of education.
**Position Overview**
This Associate position within Pratham’s English Program offers a dynamic opportunity for creative and passionate individuals to contribute significantly to improving education across India. As part of the English Team, the Associate will play a vital role in developing engaging learning materials, enhancing teacher capacity, and evaluating program outcomes.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Content Development:**
* Conduct thorough research to create effective and engaging English language learning materials, aligning with program standards and catering to diverse proficiency levels.
* Employ innovative instructional strategies and integrate basic educational technology into content development.
* Design and implement training programs to equip teachers with relevant content knowledge and pedagogical skills.
**Research and Evaluation:**
* Collaborate with educators, subject specialists, and policymakers to promote effective and learner-centric teaching practices in second language acquisition.
* Develop and adapt tools for identifying learning gaps and learning styles, tailoring solutions to program needs.
* Review and analyze current and past national and international research in second language acquisition and educational contexts in India.
**Monitoring and Documentation:**
* Conduct regular field visits to program locations to observe classroom dynamics, provide teacher support, and compile reports.
* Facilitate curriculum improvement by providing teachers with necessary resources and creating frameworks for constructive feedback.
**Location:**
The Associate will be based at Pratham’s office in Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi, with frequent travel to program locations across India.
**Qualifications, Skills, and Experience**
**Required:**
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field.
* Exceptional command of oral and written English, with strong editing and content assessment skills.
* Fluency in Hindi.
* Ability to work effectively in diverse teams and build positive relationships with individuals from various backgrounds.
* Strong planning and creative problem-solving skills.
* Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing high-pressure environments and meeting tight deadlines.
* Deep interest in Pratham’s mission.
* Willingness to travel regularly and extensively to rural areas in India.
**Preferred:**
* Experience in developing content for English language learners.
* 1-2 years of work experience in a related role in the development or private sectors.
* Fluency in additional Indian languages.
**Compensation**
* Remuneration: ₹38,000-42,000 per month (CTC), negotiable based on experience and skills.
* Travel, food, and lodging expenses for work-related travel outside the base location will be reimbursed by Pratham.
To apply for this job please visit www.pratham.org.
