About Aasraa
Aasraa has been working with the most vulnerable children of society in Dehradun, Uttarakhand since 2009. These children come from diverse backgrounds; street children, orphans, abandoned, abused, special needs, single parent families, migrant laborers, daily wage laborers, and financially weaker sections of society, etc. Started with 35 Children Aasraa has impacted over 28,000 children in 16 years.
Aasraa has created a successful model, comprising different programs and approaches to address the specific needs of these children. It is called the ‘Street to School to Skills’ model. We aim to bring these children into the fold of education and skills training and empower them for a better future.
The Aasraa model starts with the ‘Community Outreach’ program identifying out-of-school children from streets, river bed communities, and mainly urban lower-income slums, including children who are begging, rag picking, and hawking.
We bring them into the education stream through the innovative ‘Street Smart’ Program (Mobile Education Carts, Audio-visual Mobile Learning Centers (Buses), and non-formal Learning Centers) in the community to build trust and further prepare them for formal schooling via Government schools and Open Basic Education program of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).
The ‘School Quality Enhancement Program (SQEP)’, works with the Uttarakhand Education Department in 18 Government schools to increase enrolment through Street Smart programs, infrastructure development, capacity building, and TLM, including pre-school, primary, upper primary, and secondary schools. We are also running a Girls Education Program (Titan Kanya+) in Udham Singh Nagar.
Children who are too old to be enrolled in regular school are mainstreamed through the ‘Open Basic Education’ program of NIOS.
As these children are first-generation learners, additional academic support is also provided through an after-school remedial program- ‘Wings’, that offers tutorials and homework support to fill their learning gaps.
Dedicated ‘Shelter Homes’ for boys and girls have been established to support children in need of care, protection, and an opportunity to thrive.
Aasraa has a Centralized Kitchen, which provides almost 2000 nutritious meals every day to the children in our shelter homes and at the projects that are not covered under the Mid-day-meal scheme of the government.
‘Higher Education and Skills Training’ programs are the final piece of the puzzle in the Street to School to Skills model, allowing children to obtain degrees and certifications, making a stronger, more inclusive India where marginalized children have a seat at the table. Our dedicated life skills and placement teams work together with the children to make them independent and self-reliant.
Aasraa's holistic approach to child intervention includes nutrition, medical attention, and thermal clothing in freezing winters; no child can learn when hungry, sick, or cold.
Aasraa currently works with over 11,000 children in Dehradun, Udham Singh Nagar & Pauri Garhwal districts of Uttarakhand. Over 70% of our beneficiaries are girls.
Job Description: Program Manager – Tinkering
Purpose of the Job: To design, implement, and scale high-quality STEAM and Tinkering education initiatives that foster curiosity, critical thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students in Aasraa-supported schools, particularly within government and NCERT-affiliated institutions.
Objective of the role:
1. To cultivate a culture of scientific inquiry and innovation among students.
2. To strengthen teacher capacity in STEAM pedagogy.
3. To integrate hands-on, project-based, and inquiry-driven learning approaches within classrooms.
4. To equip students with foundational and advanced skills in robotics, electronics, and applied sciences.
5. To build institutional capacity for sustainable STEAM education practices in line with NCERT frameworks.
Timings: 9:30am to 5:30pm (Full time position)
Reporting to: Senior Program Manager - Mr. Siya Singh Chauhan
Location of the role: Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Key Responsibility
1. Curriculum Development & Innovation
· Design and develop dynamic, standards-aligned STEAM and Tinkering curricula.
· Integrate interdisciplinary approaches across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.
· Develop hands-on activities, lab experiments, robotics modules, and electronics-based learning projects.
· Align curriculum with NCERT frameworks and national education policies.
2. STEAM & Tinkering Classroom Delivery
· Conduct structured STEAM and Tinkering sessions using lab equipment and experimental kits.
· Facilitate robotics and electronics-based learning modules.
· Introduce innovative classroom experiments to enhance engagement.
· Prepare students for annual science exhibitions, innovation challenges, and science festivals.
3. Resource & Content Development
· Develop lesson plans, assessment rubrics, teaching aids, and digital content.
· Curate relevant STEAM learning materials aligned with NCERT guidelines.
· Create innovative experiment documentation and project manuals.
4. Assessment & Monitoring
· Design student assessment tools and performance rubrics.
· Track student learning outcomes and teacher implementation quality.
· Maintain proper MIS records and monitoring tools.
· Submit structured weekly and monthly reports to the Program Manager.
5. Lab Management & Administration
· Ensure proper maintenance and stock management of STEAM lab equipment.
· Monitor safe handling and usage of robotics and electronics tools.
· Oversee resource allocation and inventory documentation.
6. Institutional Collaboration.
· Coordinate with education department stakeholders.
· Represent Aasraa in STEAM-related forums, workshops, and conferences.
7. Workshops & Outreach
· Facilitate interactive hands-on robotics and STEAM workshops.
· Organize exposure sessions, innovation days, and community STEAM demonstrations.
· Contribute to expanding STEAM culture within Aasraa-supported communities.
8. Additional Responsibilities
· Support coordination activities as required by the Trust.
· Contribute to program strategy discussions and innovation scaling.
Please note: Additional duties and responsibilities may arise based on the evolving needs and requirements of the Trust. The role may require flexibility and a proactive approach to support program objectives and organizational priorities as needed.
Education and Experience requirements:
Education Qualifications
· Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics / Biology
· Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Engineering (Electronics / Mechanical / Computer Science / Robotics / Electrical, etc.)
· Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in relevant engineering fields
· Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
Core experience
· Minimum 3–5 years of experience in teaching, STEAM curriculum development, or teacher training.
· Experience working in NCERT-affiliated schools or government education systems preferred.
· Experience handling STEAM/technical projects at institutional or college level.
Preferable Knowledge
· In-depth understanding of NCERT curriculum frameworks and NEP 2020 guidelines.
· Strong knowledge of robotics, electronics kits, STEAM lab equipment, and project-based methodologies.
· Experience in educational technology tools and Learning Management Systems.
· Experience working in development/NGO sector preferred.
Competencies Required
Technical competencies:
· Proficiency in STEAM lab equipment, robotics kits, and electronics tools.
· Strong curriculum design and instructional planning skills.
· Knowledge of assessment design and student evaluation frameworks.
· Familiarity with educational technology tools and digital learning platforms.
Strong documentation and MIS reporting capabilities.
Behavioral Competencies:
· Passion for child development and inclusive education.
· Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
· Leadership and mentoring capability.
· High accountability and ownership mindset.
· Adaptability and problem-solving orientation.
Key Performance Area: (KPAs)
· Effective implementation of STEAM/Tinkering curriculum across assigned schools.
· Improvement in student engagement and STEAM learning outcomes.
· Successful organization of science exhibitions and innovation events.
· Quality and timeliness of MIS reporting and documentation.
· Proper maintenance and utilization of STEAM lab infrastructure.
· Development and introduction of innovative hands-on experiments and interdisciplinary STEAM activities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
