STEM Faculty

Job Description:Teaching- Conduct high-quality workshops and courses for teachers in STEM with progressive pedagogicaland adult learning methodologies.- Prepare capacity building program plans in STEM and provide inputs for the preparation of theacademic calendar for Shikshaantar and ITEI.- Coordinate with other subject teams for planning and executing the STEM programs.- Analyse the feedback on the training programs received from the teachers and other trainingparticipants and incorporate it in subsequent trainings.- Provide direction for the STEM program in alignment with the current educational policies andguidelines e.g.; NEP 2020, NCFTE 2009 etc.Content Development- Develop a detailed program framework, teaching plan, and workshop modules for effectiveimplementation on the basis of a background study of relevant national and internationalreference material.- Develop program materials for short-term as well as for intensive courses.- Strengthen the Resource Centre and develop subject-specific resource material including teachermanuals, interactive models, TLM, reference material, assessment tools, etc.- Regularly update the developed resources on the basis of the conducted action research/primary or secondary research or other academic reading and writing.Research and Development- Develop research-based specialized content and instructions to achieve the workshop goals andobjectives.- Regularly conduct training need assessment TNA, baseline and end-line assessments for checkingthe effectiveness of the program.- Conceptualise, design and conduct research/s on regular basis. Explore the latest methodologies,resources, and approaches in the field of education and the expertise area to enhance thequality and effectiveness of the program modules and other resources.- Conceptualise and produce academic writings in the subject domain.School Visits and Direct Intervention in Schools- Regularly observe classroom sessions at various schools to understand the impact of theprograms and.- Plan and provide on-site support to selected teachers in schools in the respective subject.- Intensive engagement with a cohort of teachers for understanding the factors required foreffective change in teaching practices.Documentation and Reporting- Document and report the progress on the allocated tasks.- Prepare and submit training reports, classroom observation reports, events, and other reports.Other Activities- Collaborate with teachers, team members, and other TMF members to perform the assignedtasks effectively.- Contribute to the development and publication of Annual Report, Newsletter, and otherpublications.- Plan, coordinate and participate in events organized by Shikshaantar team.- Participate in staff development activities and workshops which academically relevant for thesubject team.- Any other task assigned by the Reporting Manager.Experience: 3-6 years of relevant experience in capacity-building programs in Teacher Education.Qualification: M.Sc. (Mathematics/ Physics/ Chemistry), B.Ed or an equivalent degree.