Job Description & Person Specification

Role: Social Studies Facilitator-(G6-G8)-Indian Curriculum

Grades: G6-G8

Subject:Social Studies

Location: Remote (Work from Home)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2–5 Years

About 21K School

21K School is Asia's leading online school, delivering world-class education to students across multiple geographies through a flexible and technology-driven learning model. Our mission is to make high-quality schooling accessible to learners regardless of location while ensuring academic excellence and meaningful parent engagement.

As we continue to strengthen our academic delivery, we are building a team of facilitators who can create engaging, student-centric learning experiences in a structured virtual environment.

About The Role

The Social Studies Facilitator-(G6-G8)-Indian Curriculum will be responsible for delivering high-quality online classes, ensuring strong student engagement, and contributing to the academic development of learners in a virtual setup.

This role involves lesson planning, content preparation, student assessments, and continuous interaction with parents and internal teams to ensure a holistic learning experience.

The ideal candidate will combine strong subject knowledge with the ability to create an interactive and supportive learning environment aligned with the school's academic philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction Delivery & Classroom Management
Conduct online classes as per the timetable, ensuring high standards of teaching and student engagement.
Manage virtual classrooms effectively, including handling substitutions as assigned.
Use interactive teaching methodologies to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
Lesson Planning & Content Development
Research, understand, and prepare structured lesson plans aligned with curriculum requirements.
Develop and curate teaching content, including presentations and learning materials for daily classes.
Align all teaching content with the school's academic vision and learning objectives.
Student Engagement & Learning Support
Create a student-centric and inclusive learning environment.
Identify different learning needs and adapt teaching approaches accordingly.
Support students with varied learning abilities and encourage active participation.
Assessment & Progress Tracking
Plan and conduct continuous formal and informal assessments.
Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records as per school standards.
Report on student progress through structured feedback, assessments, and anecdotal records.
Parent Interaction & Communication
Proactively respond to parent queries and concerns via the learning platform.
Prepare for and conduct parent meetings to discuss student progress and development.
Maintain clear, professional, and timely communication with parents.
Collaboration & Coordination
Collaborate with fellow facilitators and academic teams to ensure consistency in delivery.
Coordinate virtually for curriculum alignment, planning, and execution.
Work closely with the school counselling team to address students with special learning needs.
School Activities & Student Development
Actively participate in planning and execution of school events, activities, and programs.
Train and guide students for various academic and co-curricular initiatives, including special programs such as summer school.
Professional Development
Attend training sessions and professional development programs as planned.
Continuously upgrade teaching methodologies and subject knowledge.
Align with evolving academic practices and digital teaching tools.
Compliance & School Policies
Ensure adherence to all school policies, including POCSO, POSH, child safety, and cyber security guidelines.
Maintain professional conduct and uphold the school's academic and ethical standards.

Selection Criteria

Education
Bachelor's/Master's degree in relevant subject areas or Education (B.Ed. preferred).
Experience
2–5 years of teaching experience in schools or online education platforms.
Prior experience in online teaching or EdTech environments is preferred.
Experience handling diverse student groups is an advantage.
Skills & Expertise
Strong subject knowledge and teaching fundamentals.
Ability to create engaging and interactive online learning experiences.
Proficiency in virtual teaching tools and digital platforms.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage assessments and track student progress effectively.
Professional Attributes
Strong alignment with student-centric and experiential learning approaches.
High ownership and accountability for student outcomes.
Empathy and patience in dealing with students and parents.
Adaptability to a dynamic, technology-driven learning environment.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Session Effectiveness: Quality of teaching delivery and student engagement.
Student Progress: Improvement in learning outcomes and assessment performance.
Parent Satisfaction: Quality and responsiveness of communication.
Curriculum Delivery: Adherence to lesson plans and academic timelines.
Student Participation: Level of involvement in classes and activities.
Compliance & Process Adherence: Alignment with school policies and academic standards.