English Teacher Trainer
About the assignment
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Country
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Assignment typeIn Country
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Partner OrganisationKiribati School and Centre for Children with Special Needs (KSCCSN)
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Duration12 months
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Proposed start date03 March 2025
We’re looking for an English Teacher Trainer who can live and volunteer in Kiribati for 12 months.
- This assignment seeks to support the overall level of English language in the school helping them to achieve the objectives in their Strategic Plan 2021-2024.
- To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor's degree in Special Needs Education (SEN),Inclusive Education or related field.
- As a volunteer, you will support the organisations' goal to ensure no child is left behind.
About the Partner Organisation
The Kiribati School and Centre for Children with Special Needs (KSCCSN Inc) is a registered incorporated society, based in Tarawa. It's membership comprises of parents, grandparents and families whose children have disabilities and attend the Special School, as well as employees. It now has over 300 students with 24 different types of disabilities.
Their vision is for children with disabilities in Kiribati to achieve their full potential in a safe, inclusive, welcoming and accessible learning environment, consistent with an international commitment to "education for all". Their mission is to provide the best quality education possible for children with disabilities, in partnership with supportive organisations within and outside of Kiribati.
A volunteer teacher with TESOL qualifications who is also an English first language speaker will assist staff and students to have more confidence in their work.
About the Australian Volunteers Program
The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.
Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.
Allowance
We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here
Requirements
- All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV).
- A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.
- A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.
Additional requirements for this assignment include attaining a First Aid Certificate.