The Akanksha Foundation is a non--profit organization with a mission to provide children from low--income communities with a high--quality education, enabling them to maximize their potential and transform their lives. Akanksha works primarily in the field of education, addressing formal education by initiating school reform through its School Project. Currently, Akanksha reaches out to the 9300 children through its 21 schools in Mumbai and Pune. Position: Secondary Science Teacher Function/Team: Akanksha School Location: Koregaon Park. Compensation: Based on skill sets, experience and sector standards Reports to: School Leader Position Summary: As an Akanksha teacher, you will be directly responsible for at least 30 kids in a class. Your role will be to guide the students towards academic achievement while inculcating self-esteem and values in their curriculum that will empower them to think critically and make informed choices in their life. You will cultivate an environment of high achievement coupled with fun learning in the classrooms. You will build strong bonds with children to understand each child’s needs and work with parents as partners in their child’s education and future. Overview of the Team: The Akanksha Schools aim to be high-quality schools serving children from low-income communities in Mumbai and Pune. These schools work in partnership with local municipalities, with the vision of creating small clusters of model schools in these cities that can be used to impact the mainstream education system. The School Team comprises teachers, social workers, school administrator and helpers led by the School Leader. What your role will entail ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Secondary (Grade 8 - 10) ● Graduate from any stream with a Bachelor’s degree in Education Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: Up to ₹36,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Morning shift Application Question(s): Do you have experience in teaching Math & Science? Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Elementary Education (Bachelor in Education is also acceptable for Grade 6 and 7) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Language: English (Required) Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹19,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 26/05/2025

Akanksha is on a mission to build one of the largest and most innovative networks of schools in India, serving children from low-income communities, to maximize their potential. Our aspirational vision for students integrates academic excellence with life skills (including socio emotional development), that will enable each child to live an empowered life. We believe an empowered citizen must possess a sense of mastery to pursue excellence, a sense of agency to make informed choices and a sense of purpose to serve their communities. Position Summary: In order to deliver quality impact, Akanksha believes in recruiting excellent talent, creating opportunities for development; and engaging and retaining its people. We want each of our members to be immersed in Akanksha’s culture of warmth, care and commitment towards our mission. As the Manager-HR, you will be the HR lead for School Support & Central Support teams at Akanksha. You will also assist the Head of HR in formulating and executing the People practices at Akanksha. You will co-create and shape Talent acquisition, Development, Engagement and Retention such that people at Akanksha give their personal best, working together as a team towards the Akanksha Vision, Mission and reinforcing its values. This position reports to Head of Human Resources at The Akanksha Foundation Overview of the Team: The HR team at Akanksha partners both with school teams and with Central support functions, to provide high-quality HR support in achieving the organization’s mission and objectives. The HR team is responsible for effective recruitment, performance management and development, and employee engagement at Akanksha, and ensures that organizational policies are adhered to at all levels. Specific responsibilities will include: Talent Acquisition ● Lead Talent Acquisition efforts for key roles across Central Functions, at Mumbai, Pune & Nagpur, with a specific focus on Leadership Hiring & Capacity building, by evaluating both internal & external talent pools. ● Manage the talent acquisition process, which includes recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. HR Operations, Data & Compliance ● Lead HR operations for all School support and Central support teams. ● Participate or initiate continuous improvement on HR policies and processes ● Lead the automation and digitization of key HR processes ● Ensuring HR compliances under statutory laws as applicable to charitable organizations like ESCI, PF, POSH, Shops & Establishments. Support HR audit requirements, as needed ● Monitor and review Off Roll Staff contracts, payouts, & trackers ● Review & maintain HR Data and MIS Team Management ● Lead and manage a team of 3-4 Central HR team members and oversee the achievement of collective goals and annual plans ● Contribute to the HR team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities Talent Management ● Partner with HR Leads in improving Employee Engagement & Retention, across Akanksha Schools & Central Support teams, by conceptualizing and implementing employee development and engagement initiatives. ● Partner with Central / School Leadership / HR Leads for execution of various HR interventions including Performance Management, Career Development Conversations, Competency Mapping, Succession Planning & other L&D Programs. What you need for this Position ● Deep belief and commitment towards Akanksha’s vision and mission ● Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience out of which at least 2 years should be in managing a team ● Willingness to travel across of 3 locations viz., Pune, Mumbai, Nagpur ● Previous experience of working with & managing HR requirements in large people organizations ● Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics ● Strong track record in leading Talent Acquisition. ● Knowledge of HR compliances, preferable ● People oriented and results driven ● Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills ● Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company ● MBA in Human Resources or equivalent Master’s degree in relevant field What Can The Akanksha Foundation Offer You 1. An opportunity to be a part of one of the most reputed organizations in the education sector in India, that focuses on transformative impact on children by getting them out of poverty. 2. An environment that is challenging, offers a significant degree of autonomy and is focused on holistic well-being of its people, so they can be the best version of themselves in life. 3. Access to learning and career growth opportunities in a steadily growing organization 4. Remuneration that is competitive in top one-third of Indian NGO scales and benefits that include medical insurance (covering spouse + 2 children), provident fund benefit, paid leaves. Show more Show less

Company Name :The Akanksha Foundation. Overview Of the Company: The Akanksha Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide children from low-income communities with a high-quality education, enabling them to maximize their potential and transform their lives. Akanksha works primarily in the field of education, addressing formal education by initiating school reform through its School Project. Currently, Akanksha reaches out to the 13000+ children through its 26 schools in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur. Position: Primary & Secondary Teacher (English, Math, Science, SST, Hindi, Marathi) Compensation : Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 37,500/- Reports to: School Leader Position Summary : As an Akanksha teacher, you will be directly responsible for at least 30 kids in a class. Your role will be to guide the students towards academic achievement while inculcating self-esteem and values in their curriculum that will empower them to think critically and make informed choices in their life. You will cultivate an environment of high achievement coupled with fun learning in the classrooms. You will build strong bonds with children to understand each child’s needs and work with parents as partners in their child’s education and future. Overview of the Team: The Akanksha Schools aim to be high-quality schools serving children from low-income communities in Mumbai and Pune. These schools work in partnership with local municipalities, with the vision of creating small clusters of model schools in these cities that can be used to impact the mainstream education system. The School Team comprises teachers, social workers, school administrator and helpers led by the School Leader. What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate + B.Ed/D.Ed + CTET/TET is mandatory Secondary (Grade 8 - 10) ● Graduate + B.Ed/D.Ed + CTET/TET is mandatory Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹36,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Ability to commute/relocate: Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Application Question(s): Do you have prior experience teaching Maths & Science? Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Art (Kg - Grade 10) ● ATD, BFA, MFA, G D Art or Fine Art Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,597.33 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person

Position Summary: The role of a Lead Teacher forms a critical part of Akanksha’s ecosystem of support within the school. Lead Teachers are key drivers of the school’s SDR goals. Within classrooms, they work as aspiring transformational teachers and within the school they are instructional leaders supporting and mentoring other teachers towards one key outcome: placing students on fundamentally different life path. Additionally, they are operating as builders of culture, deliberately setting the culture among the school team as well as modeling that culture. You will be reporting to the School Leader/ Assistant School Leader. What your role will entail Teacher Support (60%) To lead a grade level and/ or subject level cluster combination (group of 6-7 teachers max) and to formally mentor and coach cluster by setting goals, conduct frequent observations, provide feedback and monitor progress in the form of review of unit/weekly lesson plans as per expectations set by school leadership (including bi-annual performance appraisals) To hold individual co-investigation and mentoring debriefs with specific teachers. Their aim will be to address key levers and targeted professional and personal development. To work with School Leadership team to plan and execute weekly or monthly professional development workshops for school team in alignment with school goals. Teaching responsibilities (30%) – Teacher Leaders have the opportunity to continue their work in the classroom (A maximum of 12 teaching slots in a week) and develop their potential to become master teachers. For the amount of time they spend in the classroom they are expected to discharge all responsibilities as expected from an Akanksha teacher related to – Curriculum Implementation & Planning and Building classroom and school culture Operational Support (10%) – To plan and execute key daily routines and systems such as assembly, student entry and exit, lunch routines, smooth transitions and or other necessary tasks as defined by the School Leader. To manage and execute specific projects aligned to the school’s goals and vision as determined by the school leader. These may include: managing and analyzing data, handling secondary school requirements, managing and implementing a fair disciplinary system, following up on teacher deliverables. Personal & Professional Development (Transformational teacher) – To vigorously seek training opportunities and professional development resources, from both within and outside of Akanksha to transform the lives of the students. To actively research best practices from other contexts and implement them within their classrooms and extend support teacher teams to document best practices as well as unit and lesson plans that can be shared across the school and across the network. To meticulously note and track student progress within the classrooms. TLs will share learnings and reflections from their classrooms with others. To design and implement professional development opportunities for the grade/subject cluster as well as the whole staff based on needs and the school’s goals. To actively participate in all school and organization trainings that will be laid out at the beginning of the academic year (including new hire inductions and summer school), meetings, sessions, events and other network opportunities. What do you need for this position: Bachelor’s/Post Graduate Degree and/or a Bachelor’s Degree in Education will be preferred A minimum of two years of teaching the relevant subject (English) experience is required. Experience working with adults in a professional capacity preferred Experience in the development sector is an added advantage Knowledge of child development Pedagogy and Curriculum with strong content knowledge in 1-2 subject domains Planning and execution skills Self-awareness/continuous learning Critical and objective thinking, problem solving, resilience Data based decision making Highly motivated, persevering, achievement-oriented attitude Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility in planning and working with a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills Fluency in English Language Knowledge of Hindi and Marathi language will be preferred Show more Show less

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Elementary Education (Bachelor in Education is also acceptable for Grade 6 and 7) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Physical Education (Kg – Grade 10) ● B.Ped, M.Ped Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹38,000.00 - ₹42,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered ● Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Elementary Education (Bachelor in Education is also acceptable for Grade 6 and 7) Secondary (Grade 8 - 10) ● Graduate from any stream with a Bachelor’s degree in Education Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹42,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Elementary Education (Bachelor in Education is also acceptable for Grade 6 and 7) Secondary (Grade 8 - 10) ● Graduate from any stream with a Bachelor’s degree in Education Art (Kg - Grade 10) ● ATD, BFA, MFA, G D Art or Fine Art Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹42,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person

Name of the Company: The Akanksha Foundation. About the company :The Akanksha Foundation is non-profit organisation with the mission “to build one of the most innovative school networks that empowers children from low income communities to maximise their potential”. Akanksha currently serves 9800 children and 3500+ alumni, through its 26 schools in Mumbai,Pune and Nagpur and Mumbai Metropolitan Regions in partnership with the municipalities. Position : School Coordinator – Social Worker Location : Mumbai Compensation : Based on skill sets, experience and sector standards Overview of the Social Work team : The approach of the social work team is, “to support and empower children to lead safe, healthy and happy lives, through strong partnerships that enrich the child’s environment.” The social workers support and empower children by working closely with the parents to increase their investment in their child’s life – education, health and emotional well-being; bettering the lives children lead in the community. This is done through community awareness drives, partnering with other organizations and initiating projects in the community; focusing on the health of children through medical camps, offering guidance for medical concerns, increasing awareness in children and their parents about health, hygiene and sanitation; capacity building of the School Management Committee (SMC) to support the school during events, bettering the services offered to students and to increase parental investment in the school; working closely with students to increase their awareness about personal safety and health; supporting victims of sexual offences and their parents to heal; and working closely with teachers to increase their understanding of families and communities the students come from, so as to provide a context to the teachers for their interactions with the students and their parents.The Counsellors and Social Workers collaborate to support the school in the Youth Development and the Community Engagement goals of the School Development Framework. To do this they work in partnership with the School Leader, the teachers and the Network Support Team members. Roles and Responsibilities of Social Workers: 1. STUDENT LEARNING AND WELFARE ● Planning and executing the Admission process ● Maintaining average school attendance ● Control student dropout rate and academic continuity ● Maintaining Student Documentation ● Health & Nutrition along with Mid day meal distribution ● Socio-emotional support to students ● Child Safety 2. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ● Knowledge and Understanding of the community ● School Community Engagement Goal ● NGO networking sourcing 3. PARENTS AS PARTNERS ● Parent engagement ● Parent welfare 4. SMC (Capacity building and involvement of the members) ● Building the capacity of the SMC members ● Engaging the SMC in school-wide initiatives ● Engaging the SMC in community level initiatives 5. HELPER GROWTH AND EMPOWERMENT ● School support ● Building the capacity of helpers 6 . GOVERNMENT LIAISONING ● Maintain healthy relations with the various government agencies ● Government documentation compliance Experience: ● 1-2 years of experience working with communities and children Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong Oral and Written communication skills ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Understanding of English, Hindi and Marathi (verbal and written) ● Knowledge and understanding of social issues ● Proficient in MS Office (Excel, word and PowerPoint) Education: ● Preferably Masters in Social Work Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Application Question(s): Do you have a BSW or MSW degree? Work Location: In person

Company Name :The Akanksha Foundation. Overview Of the Company: The Akanksha Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide children from low-income communities with a high-quality education, enabling them to maximize their potential and transform their lives. Akanksha works primarily in the field of education, addressing formal education by initiating school reform through its School Project. Currently, Akanksha reaches out to the 13000+ children through its 26 schools in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur. Position: Pre-Primary Teacher. Compensation : Based on skill sets, experience and sector standards Reports to: School Leader Position Summary : As an Akanksha teacher, you will be directly responsible for at least 30 kids in a class. Your role will be to guide the students towards academic achievement while inculcating self-esteem and values in their curriculum that will empower them to think critically and make informed choices in their life. You will cultivate an environment of high achievement coupled with fun learning in the classrooms. You will build strong bonds with children to understand each child’s needs and work with parents as partners in their child’s education and future. Overview of the Team: The Akanksha Schools aim to be high-quality schools serving children from low-income communities in Mumbai and Pune. These schools work in partnership with local municipalities, with the vision of creating small clusters of model schools in these cities that can be used to impact the mainstream education system. The School Team comprises teachers, social workers, school administrator and helpers led by the School Leader. What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-Primary: ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred . Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹24,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Application Question(s): Have you completed ECCEd. course? Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹19,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person

Responsibilities: The Vocational Skills Teacher will set up and start the skill development subject at Akanksha Schools. This subject will be based on the SSC-recognized Multi-Skill Foundation Course Curriculum (MSFC) covering four modules of Workshop & Engineering, Energy and Environment, Gardening and Agriculture, and Food Processing Techniques. The teacher's responsibilities are divided into three broad buckets: A - Program Implementation (60 % time) Teach theory, conduct practicals, and take regular tests on all the four modules of MSFC Set up & maintain lab for conducting practical Raw material procurement Maintenance and Inventory of tools and raw material Make lesson plans as per curriculum & conduct practical sessions accordingly. Ensure timely completion of syllabus. Submit monthly reports and other required documents of the project regularly and timely. Maintain photos and video documentation of all school related activities. Motivate students to actively participate in training. Build a positive and strong school culture, with a focus on learning and joy Build awareness of Skill Development in parents of students through regular meetings and home visits Visit and learn from external organizations and bring the learning to your school B - Mentoring students (20% time) Mentor all students to identify a trade of their choice to specialize in further Help in identifying careers for students to pursue vocational skills after Grade X C - Leading projects in school (20% time) Lead one or two projects to improve student exposure, such as bringing industry experts to your school, partnering with industries for internships, etc. Organize World Youth Skill Day, and Engineers' Day to spread awareness of skill education. What do you need for this position? Required: ➤ ITI certificate in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Welding/Fitter/ Turner trades ➤ Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering ➤ Basic Computer skills Preferred: Teaching/Industry experience in any of the four modules for 1+ years Skills and Attitudes - ➤ S/he should have sound knowledge of the technical subjects and good basic general knowledge. ➤ S/he should have good teaching/mentoring skills. ➤ S/he should have a pro-entrepreneurial attitude and should have strong belief in the skills and abilities of aspiring entrepreneurs, the ability to identify them and create opportunities for special mentoring for such cases. ➤ S/he should be self-driven and should possess an attitude of perseverance, proactivity, critical thinking and willingness to learn. ➤ S/he should remain committed towards strong values of Integrity, Commitment, Accountability and Transparency at every level of work. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹36,000.00 - ₹38,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Elementary Education (Bachelor in Education is also acceptable for Grade 6 and 7) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹29,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person

What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a co-operative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Pre-primary ● Graduate from any stream with a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or similar preferred Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹19,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person

Company Name :The Akanksha Foundation. Overview Of the Company: The Akanksha Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide children from low-income communities with a high-quality education, enabling them to maximize their potential and transform their lives. Akanksha works primarily in the field of education, addressing formal education by initiating school reform through its School Project. Currently, Akanksha reaches out to the 13000+ children through its 26 schools in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur. Position: Primary (English, Math, Science, SST, Hindi, Marathi) Compensation : Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 37,500/- Reports to: School Leader Position Summary : As an Akanksha teacher, you will be directly responsible for at least 30 kids in a class. Your role will be to guide the students towards academic achievement while inculcating self-esteem and values in their curriculum that will empower them to think critically and make informed choices in their life. You will cultivate an environment of high achievement coupled with fun learning in the classrooms. You will build strong bonds with children to understand each child’s needs and work with parents as partners in their child’s education and future. Overview of the Team: The Akanksha Schools aim to be high-quality schools serving children from low-income communities in Mumbai and Pune. These schools work in partnership with local municipalities, with the vision of creating small clusters of model schools in these cities that can be used to impact the mainstream education system. The School Team comprises teachers, social workers, school administrator and helpers led by the School Leader. What your role will entail: ● Teaching the Akanksha curriculum through effective pedagogical practices ● Designing and executing lesson plans that will engage students ● Designing assessments that thoughtfully evaluate student progress ● Varying teaching strategies and styles to meet different learning needs ● Providing a positive environment to engage students in the learning process ● Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationships with students, parents, community and the school team ● Clearly articulating high expectations for students ● Creating and maintaining an aesthetically positive environment ● Actively participating in network opportunities for professional development ● Attending and participating in all school training and meetings ● Meeting professional obligations through efficient work habits ● Actively participating in all extra-curricular and celebratory activities in school ● Making occasional community visits to stay connected with parents What you need for this Position Experience: ● Candidates with relevant teaching experience are preferred but freshers may also be considered Knowledge/Skills: ● Strong content knowledge and expertise ● Love for children and learning ● Adaptability to new instructional approaches ● Patience and capacity to solve problems ● Good planning and organizing skills ● Strong team player ● Self-motivated with strong work ethics to achieve school goals ● Openness to feedback and critical reflection ● Strong oral and written communication skills in English Education: Primary (Grade 1- 7) ● Graduate + B.Ed/D.Ed + CTET/TET is mandatory Secondary (Grade 8 - 10) ● Graduate + B.Ed/D.Ed + CTET/TET is mandatory Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹36,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Application Question(s): Do you have prior experience teaching English? Would you be comfortable traveling to D.N Nagar? Work Location: In person