EK KADAM AUR FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION AND HEALTH

Position: Special Field Educator – Arunodaya (Sunrise) Programme

Location: Maharashtra-Navi Mumbai, Raigad and Ratnagiri

Employment Type: Full-time

About Ek Kadam Aur Foundation

Ek Kadam Aur Foundation for Education and Health is a nonprofit organisation registered in the US and India, working to create opportunities for children and families from economically disadvantaged backgrounds through programmes in education, health and rural resurgence.

To know more, visit: www.ekkadamaur.org

About the Arunodaya Programme

Arunodaya (Sunrise) is an education programme supporting children with blindness, aged 5–17 years, to access education, develop foundational learning and functional skills, and transition into mainstream schooling.

The programme uses accessible digital technology, assistive devices and individualised educational support to help children develop independence and participate in inclusive learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

The Special Field Educator will be responsible for working directly with children with blindness and supporting their educational and functional development.

Responsibilities will include:

- Conduct regular home visits and provide individualised educational support to children.
- Support foundational learning, digital literacy and functional skill development.
- Introduce children to accessible digital technology, smartphones and assistive applications.
- Teach typing and smartphone accessibility using screen readers such as TalkBack and other accessible applications.
- Support Orientation and Mobility (O&M;) and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to promote independent living skills.
- Coordinate with parents, schools, teachers and other stakeholders to support children's learning and school inclusion.




- Monitor and document children's progress through regular assessments and reports.
- Support children's transition into mainstream schools and provide follow-up assistance.
- Maintain regular communication with the programme team and participate in team meetings, reviews and field-level planning.
- Travel regularly within the assigned project locations for home and school visits.

Educational Qualifications

- Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education from an RCI-recognised institution.
- Specialisation in Visual Impairment is preferred.
- Valid RCI registration is mandatory.

Experience and Skills

- Experience working with children with blindness or other visual impairments is preferred.
- Relevant experience in special education, inclusive education or field-based educational programmes will be an advantage.
- Freshers with the required qualifications and a strong interest in working with children with blindness may also apply.
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and travel within the assigned districts.
- Positive communication and coordination skills.
- Basic computer and smartphone proficiency.
- Patience, commitment and a genuine interest in working with children and families.

Job Locations

- Navi Mumbai
- Raigad District: Khalapur, Karjat, Pen, Mangaon and other blocks.
- Ratnagiri District: Various blocks across the district.

Candidates should indicate their preferred location while applying.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to share their updated CV, along with their RCI registration details and preferred job location, at:

Email: [email protected](Optional)

Last date to apply: 18 November 2026

- Join us in making education accessible and empowering children with blindness to learn, grow and become independent.

📌 Special Field Educator – Arunodaya (Sunrise) Program (Mumbai)
🏢 Ek Kadam Aur - Foundation for Education and Health
📍 Mumbai