Organization: Humanity for Sustainable Development | Posted: 10 Apr 2023 | Closing date: 30 Mar 2024
Humanity for Sustainable Development (H4SD) is registered
not-for-profit community-based organization that provides high-quality
educational support to undeserved communities in rural Kenya. H4SD is
registered with the Department of Social Services.
We are searching for an enthusiastic computer teacher to
promote computer literacy among our students. In this position, you will be
required to craft and present lessons, develop teaching material, and attend
parent-teacher conferences. Computer teachers should also ensure that equipment
remains in excellent working condition.
To ensure success as a computer teacher, you should
demonstrate flexibility and support as you help students to develop confidence
in their computer skills. An outstanding computer teacher will be cognizant of
the socioeconomic factors that limit access to technology, and will make a
concerted effort to acclimatize students with no prior exposure to computers.
Humanity for Sustainable Development (H4SD) is establishing
a community Resource Hub that will offer computer trainings and house the
physical and e-learning Platform in Likuyani,Kakamega County.This hub will
enable children in impoverished communities gain access to educational
resources and information, from elementary school to higher education.
Computer Training
H4SD will also provide space for access to e-learning
resources to students and offer computer skills training program for all high
school graduates. Each program is divided into four quarters, during which
students learn about computer programs, how to use the internet, and typing
skills, among other things. This course will help them enter post-secondary
school on an equal footing with their peers and will provide them with new
business and employment ideas.
Computer Teacher Responsibilities:
- Planning
lessons and activities that facilitate students' acquisition of basic and
advanced computer skills.
- Instructing
in a manner that develops students' confidence in their abilities.
- Observing
and managing classroom dynamics.
- Invigilating
and grading projects, quizzes, and examinations.
- Tracking
and communicating students' advancement throughout the course.
- Ensuring
that the computer laboratory remains free from food and drink at all
times.
- Downloading
important software updates and maintaining hardware.
- Attending
parent-teacher and faculty conferences.
Computer Teacher Requirements:
- Teaching
certification for the level at which you will be instructing.
- Prior
experience as a computer teacher.
- Own,
reliable transport is preferable.
- First
aid training is advantageous.
- Excellent
presentation abilities.
- Strong
written and administrative skills.
- Nurturing,
adaptable approach to instructing.
- Passionate
about fostering computer literacy and academic excellence.
How to apply
Qualified candidates are invited to send one PDF of their
cover letter, CV, contact information for 3 references, and availability
to info@humanity4sustainabledev.org . Only complete
applications will be reviewed, and short-listed candidates contacted.
No Fee Charged
H4SD does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment
process (application, interview meeting, processing, training).
Volunteers outside Kenya
Volunteers are responsible for their own logistical costs related to the above volunteer opportunity. H4SD will provide a host family, a letter of support, and local logistical support.
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