Salary: 06 LPA Location: Dewas, Madhya Pradesh
About The Education Alliance
The Education Alliance (TEA), registered as the Network for Quality Education Foundation, is a non-profit organisation established in 2014 with a vision to ensure equitable access to quality education for every child in India. In line with this vision, TEA works as a system reform organisation, focusing on strengthening public education systems and creating access to learning-ready schools for every child.
TEA believes that access to learning-ready schools with strong infrastructure, adequate teacher deployment, effective leadership, and robust instructional systems in place, is essential to ensuring quality education for children.
Currently operating across five states Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand, TEA is supported by a dedicated team of 40+ young professionals committed to driving meaningful change in the education sector.
Why TEA?
- Drive meaningful change in the education system by contributing to large-scale, statewide reform projects.
- Collaborate closely with top government leaders, including ministers and IAS officers, shaping the future of education in India.
- Work in a certified Great Place To Work® that values positivity, purpose, and people.
- Benefit from progressive policies that prioritize well-being, flexibility, and professional development.
- Build a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth, learning, and impact in the not-for-profit sector.
- Live our core values: Build Together, Rise Above, Take Charge, and Chase Perfection.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Academic Mentor to support government school teachers in delivering high-quality foundational literacy and numeracy lessons using structured pedagogy. The role involves providing intensive academic and behavioral coaching, building strong relationships with school stakeholders, and contributing to program strategy through data-driven insights and capacity-building efforts. Our rigorous recruitment process ensures that we find the right candidates for the role and the culture of our organization. Joining TEA is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful and long-lasting impact in education.
About the Role:
Position Summary
The Academic Mentor will work closely with the Senior Program Manager to drive the on-ground implementation of the program, aligning with the District Program Management Unit (DPMU) priorities. The role focuses on coaching government school teachers to deliver district-specific solutions that enhance foundational literacy and numeracy outcomes.
Teacher Coaching and Support:
- Provide in-depth, regular academic and behavioral coaching to government school teachers to enhance their delivery of foundational literacy and numeracy lessons to students aged 4-8 years.
- Conduct frequent school visits (independently and/or as part of a team) to offer on-ground implementation support, model best practices, and ensure adherence to structured pedagogy teaching materials.
- Foster mentoring relationships with teachers and Headmasters (HMs) to build trust and drive instructional improvement.
Program Execution and Alignment:
- Collaborate with the Program Team to execute district-wide priorities, ensuring alignment with district and state educational goals.
- Support the design and implementation of program initiatives to strengthen foundational learning outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with district/block officials, school leaders, teachers, students, and community stakeholders.
- Coordinate between schools and district/block authorities to address implementation bottlenecks
Data-Driven Insights:
- Collect and interpret school-level data (e.g., student performance, teacher engagement, classroom observations) to track progress.
- Use data to inform coaching and implementation decisions.
Communication and Reporting:
- Develop and deliver clear, concise project-related communications, including status updates, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Document and share success stories, challenges, and lessons learned from the field to support program advocacy and improvement.
Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Degree B.El.Ed/D.El.Ed/B.Ed / M.A in Education or a related field
- Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in teaching, teacher training, or education, preferably in the public education sector.
- Experience working with government schools, teachers, or district-level education systems is desirable.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of foundational literacy (Hindi, English) and numeracy pedagogy.
- Excellent coaching, mentoring, and facilitation skills with the ability to build trust and rapport.
- Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting to drive evidence-based decisions.
- Strong school-facing communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple priorities.
- Knowledge and understanding and application of Competency level of students in the assessment in the classroom. Training and facilitation experience
- Candidates should possess basic AI literacy and comfort using AI tools.
- Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel 20 days in a month independently within the district for school visits and stakeholder meetings
- Fluency in Hindi and English (written and spoken) Mandatory.
Recruitment Process:
We follow a thoughtful and structured recruitment process to ensure a strong fit and positive experience.
To apply, please fill this form here.
