ThaiNGO

Job Title

Social Studies Secondary Teacher

Location

Mae Sot, Tak Province, Thailand

Travel Requirements

Domestic

Length of Contract

Probationary period of 3 months, with 9 month extension. Annual renewable contract thereafter depending on monitoring and evaluation

Benefits

• Starting salary of 10,000 THB, rising after successful probationary period

• Assistance to get work permit and/or visa

• Support for further education for those who make long term commitment and meet expectations

Responsibilities

Job Specific

• This position is primarily for teaching Social Studies to students enrolled in a GED course

• Plan lessons and submit lesson plans that can be used to help future teachers in their preparation

• Attend teacher training

• Supervise classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment

• Organize supplies and resources for classes and present receipts for reimbursement of expenses

• Deliver personalized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning

• Evaluate and document students’ progress

• Allocate and grade homework, assignments, and tests and maintain records of students’ progress

• Act as a role model for students aspiring to higher education

General

• Other ad-hoc duties as needed

Position Requirements

Area

Essentials

Desirable

Education

• Degree in teaching or relevant field from a university or equivalent level certification

• Bachelor’s degree in teaching or relevant field from an international university

• Experience of the GED exam

• Graduated from a migrant learning center

• GED qualification from high school

Work Experience

• Teaching experience

• Experience in school or learning center registration

Skills/Knowledge/Aptitude

• In-depth knowledge of teaching methods for English and Social Studies

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing

• Computer literacy, knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills

Language(s)

• English proficiency

• Basic Thai speaking skills

• Burmese or Karen an advantage

Motivation

• Special interest in improving the life of border children

• Interest in alternative education

• Self-motivated, and a self –starter but able to work as part of a team

• Demonstrated resourcefulness

Other

• Familiarity with the border context, preferably Thailand-Myanmar border

• Special interest in improving the works of grassroots organizations

Application Details

Please send your CV and letter of interest to HR@suwannimit.org. Closing date of application will be on May 8 2022. Please indicate in your subject line “Job Application: Social Studies Secondary Teacher ”.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.