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Job Description of Para Teachers
Number of Roles - 4
Under Project Vigyaan 2.0 STEM Education Initiative
1. Background & Context
Project Vigyaan 2.0 is a structured STEM education intervention designed to integrate weekly,
curriculum-aligned, experiential STEM learning within government schools. The program aims
to move beyond one-time exposure to embedded pedagogy, improving scientific temper,
conceptual clarity, and problem-solving skills among students of Grades 5-7.
Para Teachers will serve as the primary delivery agents at the school level, ensuring effective
implementation, student engagement, and measurable learning outcomes.
2. Objective of the Role
The Para Teacher will be responsible for:

Delivering structured STEM sessions using experiential pedagogy
Strengthening foundational and conceptual learning among students
Supporting assessment, tracking, and reporting systems
Enabling school and community-level engagement
Ensuring quality implementation of Project Vigyaan 2.0 at the field level
3. Scope of Work
3.1. STEM Education Delivery

Conduct weekly STEM sessions (1 period of stem per class per week) in assigned
schools as per program schedule

Deliver grade-wise, curriculum-aligned content using activity-based methodologies
Facilitate hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and model-based learning
Ensure gender-inclusive and participatory classroom environment
Integrate real-life applications of scientific concepts to enhance relevance
Remedial Education Support
3.2.

Conduct baseline assessments to identify learning gaps
Design and deliver targeted remedial interventions for low-performing students
Support students in numeracy, logical reasoning, and foundational science concepts

Track progress of remedial students and adjust strategies accordingly
Student Mentoring & Behavioural Support
3.3.

Promote scientific curiosity, inquiry-based thinking, and creativity
Encourage active participation and confidence building among students
Identify and address basic behavioural and engagement challenges
Provide individual attention to at-risk and low-engagement students
3.4.
STEM Lab & Resource Management

Manage and utilize STEM labs / activity kits / teaching-learning materials (TLMs)
Ensure proper maintenance, inventory tracking, and safe usage of equipment
Develop and use low-cost, locally relevant teaching aids




Support schools in institutionalizing STEM learning spaces
3.5.
Data Collection, Monitoring & Reporting

Conduct and maintain:

Baseline and Endline Assessments
Periodic learning assessments
Student attendance and participation records

Maintain daily session logs and activity records
Submit monthly progress reports including:

Coverage (schools, students, sessions)
Learning observations
Challenges and corrective actions

Support impact assessment, third-party evaluations, and audits
3.6.
Student Tracking & Retention

Track student attendance, participation, and progression
Identify dropout risks or irregular attendance patterns
Coordinate with school authorities and parents for student retention

Ensure consistent engagement of target student cohort
3.7.
School & Community Engagement
Coordinate with:

School Principals
Teachers
School Management Committees (SMCs)

Conduct orientation sessions for teachers and stakeholders
Support parent/community awareness initiatives to strengthen program ownership
Facilitate convergence with school-led academic processes
3.8.
Events, Exposure & Co-Curricular Activities

Support planning and execution of:

Science Exhibitions
STEM Competitions
Exposure Visits (Science Centres / Planetariums / Labs)

Mentor students for:

Project-based learning
Model creation and presentations
Ensure maximum student participation and quality outputs
3.9.
Volunteer Engagement

Facilitate corporate and institutional volunteers during school sessions
Align volunteer activities with program objectives and curriculum
Ensure smooth coordination and meaningful student-volunteer interaction
3.10. Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Provide inputs for curriculum refinement and pedagogy enhancement
Document best practices, success stories, and innovations

Pilot new teaching approaches, tools, or methodologies as guided
Contribute to knowledge-building within the program ecosystem
3.11.



Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities

Maintain all program documentation and records
Adhere to implementation timelines and reporting schedules
Ensure compliance with:

Child protection policies
School norms and protocols
CSR and partner guidelines

Support program team during reviews, audits, and field visits
4. Deliverables & Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The performance of Para Teachers will be assessed based on:

Number of STEM sessions conducted (as per plan)
Student coverage and attendance rates
Improvement in learning outcomes (Baseline vs Endline)
Effectiveness of remedial interventions
Participation in STEM activities and exhibitions
Quality and timeliness of data reporting and documentation
Level of school and community engagement
Contribution to innovation and program improvement
5. Qualification & Experience Requirements

Minimum Graduate in Science / Education (B.Ed. preferred)
At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, preferably in STEM subjects
Experience in:

Government school systems
Development/CSR
projects
related
to
education
or
skill
development (desirable)

6. Skills & Competencies

Robust conceptual understanding of Science and Mathematics (middle school level)
Proficiency in activity-based and experiential teaching methodologies
Elective communication and classroom management skills
Ability to engage diverse learners and manage multi-level classrooms
Basic data management and reporting skills
Sensitivity to rural and socio-economic contexts
Problem-solving mindset and adaptability in eld conditions
7. Deployment & Reporting Structure

Para Teachers will be deployed at assigned government schools/clusters
They will report to:

TCE CSR Project Implementation Team Project Vigyaan 2.0

Will be required to:

Travel within assigned geography
Participate in review meetings, trainings, and capacity-building sessions
8. Capacity Building & Support
Para Teachers will undergo:

Induction Training on STEM pedagogy and program design
Periodic refresher trainings and workshops
Exposure to best practices and teaching innovations
9. Engagement Type

Full-time, field-based engagement
Contractual position (9 Months) aligned with project duration and performance.
10. Contact Email ID: [email protected]

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📌 Teacher / Science Teacher/ BSc Graduate (Fresher) (Maharashtra)
🏢 Navnirmiti Eduquality Foundation
📍 Maharashtra