Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Age at most 30 years

Experience:

• 2–3 years of teaching experience at the primary level (Classes 1–5) under the national curriculum is preferred.

Education and other Requirements:

• Preferred: B.Ed. or training in Primary Education Methodology will be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills in both Bangla and English.
• Passion for teaching young children and patience in classroom management.
• Proficiency in basic ICT tools for teaching will be considered an asset.
• Willingness to work in a rural/underprivileged setting and contribute to the organization's vision.

Responsibilities & Context

Department: Education

Organization: Muslim Hands International Bangladesh

School: Muslim Hands Model School, Dhaka.

Reporting to: Principal

Contract Type: Contractual

Job Summary:

• Muslim Hands is a UK-registered international relief and development NGO, established in 1993 in response to the Bosnian crisis. Since then, it has grown into a global humanitarian organization delivering emergency aid and long-term development programs in over 32 countries.
• Muslim Hands has been operating in Bangladesh since 1995, focusing on improving the lives of vulnerable communities through interventions in Education, Health, Food Security, Livelihoods, Shelter, WASH, Religious Infrastructure and Emergency Relief.
• Muslim Hands Model School, Dhaka, a part of our Education Programme is currently seeking a committed and compassionate Assistant Teacher General – English, Math, Primary to join our teaching team. The selected candidate will support the holistic learning and development of students from classes 1 to 5 based on the National Curriculum of Bangladesh.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Delivery & Lesson Planning:

• Prepare and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons across core primary subjects (Bangla, English, Math, Science and Social Studies) in line with NCTB guidelines.
• Use diverse teaching aids and interactive methods to facilitate joyful learning and concept understanding.

Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring:

• Conduct class tests, assignments and term exams regularly to evaluate academic progress.
• Maintain updated academic records and provide regular feedback to parents/guardians.
• Classroom & Student Management:
• Ensure a safe, disciplined and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and emotional growth.
• Provide individual attention and additional support to students with learning difficulties.

Child-Friendly Learning Approach:

• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment that aligns with child rights and protection principles.
• Promote creativity, moral values and social responsibility through class activities and storytelling.
• Professional Development & Collaboration:
• Participate in training, workshops and regular academic planning with fellow teachers.
• Contribute to school events, co-curricular activities and parent-teacher meetings.

Safeguarding & Ethics:

• Maintain ethical behavior in all interactions with children.
• Comply with school’s safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.

Gender Equality Commitments:

• MHI Foster an environment that supports values of women and men, and equal access to information and provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance. We respect beneficiaries' women, men, children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sex orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age or marital status and value and respect all cultures.

Safeguarding Commitments:

• The appointee must perform his/her duties in accordance with the Muslim Hands International Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy and remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding Policy.