About RefuSHE
RefuSHE protects, nurtures, educates, and empowers young refugee women and girls in East Africa through a unique holistic model that provides protection, shelter, education, case management, counselling, childcare, vocational training, and legal support. RefuSHE’s holistic programming meets the imminent needs of unaccompanied, separated, and orphaned refugee girls, young women, and their children.
Founded in 2008, RefuSHE is a registered non-governmental organization with headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and a 501(c)3 charitable organization with offices in Chicago, USA. It is the first and only organization dedicated to refugee girls in East Africa. Over the past fifteen years, RefuSHE has grown to become a leading institution and global thought-leader in the field of refugee protection.
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of the Part-Time Tutor Basic Functional Literacy and Numeracy Skills is teaching basic reading and writing skills, and developing lesson plans that cater to different learning abilities. The Tutor will be expected to teach 2 days a week for a period not exceeding 6 months.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using practical examples to make learning easy and engaging.
- Ensure all teaching practices create a safe and supportive learning environment that upholds fairness, respect, and kindness among participants.
- Provide regular updates on participants’ progress and report any concerns related to their safety and well-being immediately.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- KNEC (Kenya National Examination Council) P1 Diploma in Education required.
RELATED EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATION
- 1 year experience in a similar teaching role.
- Candidates should have experience working with children and young people, preferably in a teaching or tutoring capacity
- A strong commitment to child protection and upholding participants’ dignity is essential.
- The ability to develop and follow lesson plans.
TECHNICAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Strong facilitation skills and class management
How to apply
Send your cover letter and CV as one PDF document to hr@refushe.org citing the position title Part-time tutor- FLN in the email subject line, by 1700hrs EAT on 2nd August 2024.
We appreciate all applications received, however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.