Back Teacher (English)

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.

Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

Background

The Danish Refugee Council initiated its activities in the island of Lesvos in November 2015 due to the unprecedented influx of asylum seekers. Following new political developments and displacement dynamics in early 2016, DRC expanded its activities to the mainland to support the people living in several sites across the country. With offices in Athens, Larissa and Thessaloniki, it currently implements a wide range of activities, including Site Management Support, legal assistance, identification of individual needs and protection of highly vulnerable persons, access to services within and outside the hosting sites through cultural mediation, and non-formal education. DRC works closely with the refugee communities, the Greek authorities and other humanitarian actors to ensure a protective environment for refugees and asylum seekers in Greece.

Purpose

Under the overall supervision of the Education Team Leader, the Teacher (English) will be responsible for the implementation of the Education programme for migrant and refugee children, youth and adults accommodated in emergency reception site(s) in Attica. Furthermore, the Teacher will ensure that all education activities are of high quality, age appropriate and in line with children, youth and adults needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited, to the following:

Implementation and design of non-formal education activities:

· Implement non-formal education activities (English language and numeracy) for school-age children (6 to 15), youth (16-18) and adults (18+) as per the populations’ needs

· Plan and implement effective classroom management practices to develop independent learners and students’ ability to work collaboratively with others

· Collaborate with DRC cultural mediators and other staff members to design and implement relevant education and life skills activities

· Form class groups and develop schedules in line with the needs of site population and in agreement with the Education Team Leader

· Complete daily lesson plans and develop differentiated learning material based on age, educational level, and the individual needs of students

· Plan and support the distribution of teaching and learning material (e.g. stationery, homework packs and school kits)

· Create a safe classroom environment and promote holistic student well-being

· Promote empathy, compassion and respect for the gender, ethnic, religious, cultural, and learning diversity of students

· Organise and deliver on-site parents’ meetings in collaboration with the Education Team Leader

· Provide information to beneficiaries on existing education programmes and promote the right to education for all

· Contribute to the identification of student vulnerabilities and raise protection referrals to the Protection Team, Team Leader or Child Protection actor as needed

· Adhere to DRC’s Code of Conduct and help to create and maintain an environment that prevents child safeguarding violations and promotes the implementation of DRC’s child Safeguarding Policy
Reporting and Education Information Management:

· Ensure that relevant project data and Means of Verification (e.g. attendance lists, registration forms, lesson plans) are accurately collected

· Monitor and record students’ attendance and progression, noting any areas for concern to the Education Team Leader

· Regularly monitor the progress of education activities against project plans and timelines.

Programme Development:

· Suggest improvements to DRC programming and ways of working, through identification and communication of challenges, gaps, recommendations for improvements and lessons learnt

· In collaboration with the Education Team, Education Team Leader and Education Coordinator, contribute to the development and design of DRC’s education program and activities.

Accountability.

· In day-to-day tasks ensure relevant accountability to internal DRC and Donor policies

· Any other duties as may be assigned by the Education Team Leader and/or Area Manager relevant to the achievement of NFE objectives

· Any other tasks assigned by the line manager in line with overall response in the area of deployment.

Required Qualifications

· At least 2 years of professional experience in education and teaching (required).

· University degree in education, or in a related field (required)

· Prior teaching experience with non-Greek speaking students will be considered an asset

· Prior professional experience working with children will be considered an asset

· Experience in teaching Greek/English as a foreign language will be considered an asset

· Training or courses in child protection/safeguarding will be considered an asset

· Experience engaging with parents and communities to improve attendance and address students’ needs will be considered an asset

· Previous experience with local or international NGOs will be considered an asset

· Strong computer literacy

· Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

· Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

· Strong sense of initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to humanitarian principles

· Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn from others

· Ability to multitask and cope with multiple competing demands under tight deadlines.

Skills & Qualities

· Ability to maintain good working relationships in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

· Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

· Strong sense of initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to humanitarian principles

· Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn from others

· Ability to work in a demanding working environment

· Ability to multitask, cope with multiple demands and establish priorities

Core Competencies of DRC:

· Striving for excellence

· Collaboration

· Taking the lead

· Communication

· Demonstrating Integrity

Terms & Conditions

· The contract will be under the Greek Labor Law (this is a national position)

· All allowances will be provided to the employees (Christmas, Easter, Vacation bonus)

· DRC provides training opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as its staff members’ professional and personal development

· The position will be based in Attica (Greece) and national terms and conditions apply.