Journeys Within Our Community (JWOC) is a small NGO based in Siem Reap, Cambodia working to alleviate poverty through access to basic services such as clean water, education, microfinance and community liaison programmes. Our programmes are developed as practical solutions and implemented at the grassroots level. JWOC builds on local capacity and increases self-reliance, in order that vulnerable communities are better prepared to face daily challenges.
We are currently seeking an Online Volunteer to develop guidelines for integrating early childhood development practices into our Free Classes Programme. Currently our programme runs an Under 8's Project which includes Kindergarten and Let's Go classes. To find out more about JWOC Free Classes Programme, please see our website www.journeyswithinourcommunity.org.
Description of Duties
The Volunteer will create an ECD handbook, working directly with the JWOC Education and Volunteer Manager via Skype and email. Specific responsibilities of the ECD Volunteer will include the following:
- Assess the existing JWOC curriculum and lesson plans;
- Design ECD conceptual framework and assessment tools;
- Develop practical management tools that guide staff's work;
- Provide input towards teacher learning strategies and activities, as well as innovative components piloted as needed;
- Develop the classroom assessment requirements, marking criteria and course reviews;
- Ensure the handbook is presented in clear, unambiguous language, and include a guideline for training of teachers;
- Meet expectations and deliverables in a timely manner, assuring quality standards; and
- Suggest recommendations for JWOC on further development of ECD initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
- University degree in Education or Social Sciences with specialized training in ECD;
- 3+ years experience developing ECD curriculum for non-native English speakers;
- Strong analytical skills, excellent writing skills and communication skills; and
- Experience working on ECD programmes in Southeast Asia would be considered an advantage.
The preferred timeline for this project is open to discussion and the start date is as soon as possible. The ECD Volunteer is a remote position without remuneration. Deadline for applications is 24th February 2013. To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and CV to Alexandra@journeyswithinourcommunity.org
