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KOPILA VALLEY SCHOOL (KVS)
"A world where every child is educated, safe and loved"
KVS is a nonprofit school managed by the Kopila Valley Sewa Samaj, an NGO registered in Surkhet, Nepal, and funded by BlinkNow Foundation USA to provide world-class education to the neediest children who deserve the best education. Our mission is to change the world by empowering Nepal’s children. We provide our students a free education, educational materials, health treatment and medicine, counseling, and a place to live. With our innovative future program, we strive to provide our children with career guidance, and scholarships for further studies.
The Blink Now Foundation is a 501(c)(3) based in New Jersey which, through its country office in Nepal, oversees these programs in rural Nepal. Every day we strive to create a sustainable organization working to educate all of Kopila’s children until they are ready to enter the world as happy, skilled, confident, self-sufficient adults. We believe we can serve as a model for quality education in Nepal. We will strive to provide our children with scholarships (should they choose to pursue higher education), the skills required to enter the world as global citizens, and ambassadors for change.
About the Role: Head of Department- English
The Head of Department (English) is responsible for leading the English department to ensure high-quality teaching and learning in line with school expectations. This role involves overseeing the development of the subject area, enhancing teaching practices, monitoring student progress, managing department resources effectively, and fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Kopila Valley School (KVS) is seeking creative thinkers who embrace new approaches to teaching and learning for lower secondary and secondary level. This is an opportunity for you to work with a forward-thinking school that is integrating technology into classrooms to enhance the understanding of lessons and make engaging and fun. The school provides excellent benefits and a supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and personal growth.
Application Deadline: Rolling basis.
Requirements
Education: Master’s degree in a relevant subject.
Experience: 5 years of experience in teaching, and 2 years of experience in working as an HOD or in any leadership position.
Language: Fluent in English and Nepali would be an added advantage.
Other Qualifications: Team player, good presentation skill, initiator, ability to use computer tools, and passionate about working with children and vulnerable populations.
Core Responsibilities
Leadership, Management, and Development of the Subject Area.
Development and Enhancement of Teaching and Learning.
Leadership and Management of the Department as a Team.
Detailed Areas of Responsibilities
The Teaching Assistant will be mainly responsible for overseeing the following areas of responsibility:
Leadership, Management, and Development of the Subject Area.
Development and Enhancement of Teaching and Learning
Leadership and Management of the Department as a Team
Additional expectations
The HOD- English is also expected to:
Build positive working relationships and environment in the organization by bringing solutions to the discussion table.
Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions and execution of duties.
Report to the line manager every week, and as needed in case of urgent issues.
Ensure and enforce confidentiality in collected information/data as per school codes.
Embrace and support the values of gender equity, social inclusion, and sustainability.
Proficiency in planning and utilizing computer-based resources.
Demonstrated ability to engage and extend student learning.
Patience, creativity, and adaptability in addressing diverse student needs.
Ability to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Respect for diversity and commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment.
Participate actively in training, workshops, and seminars to enhance professional growth and contribute to the school's overall improvement.
Performance will be periodically reviewed by the principal, with opportunities provided for feedback and improvement.
Adhere to all school rules, regulations, and practices, and always uphold professional standards.
The above list of responsibilities is not comprehensive, and the HOD- English may be required to take on additional responsibilities, as determined by his/her manager.
Note:
This job description is subject to change based on the evolving needs and requirements of the English department and Kopila Valley School.
Key Characteristics