Position: Literacy Teacher \u2013 South Luangwa
\nBackground
\nTime and Tide Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting residential communities located in close proximity to current and former Time + Tide lodges. The Foundation\u2019s work spans five protected areas three in Zambia and two in Madagascar encompassing approximately 300 villages and 30 schools.
\nIn 2024, the Foundation registered 588 primary beneficiaries within its core programs. Additionally, its initiatives have positively impacted 8,900 secondary beneficiaries, with a broader community reach of over 19,000 residents who indirectly benefit from its activities.
\nFurther extending its impact, the Time + Tide Foundation\u2019s mentorship program has established formal partnerships with two grassroots organizations based in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. These collaborations aim to build community resilience and strengthen the operational capacity of these local organizations.
\nGeneral Description
\nThe Literacy Teacher for Community Women will play a key role in empowering adult women many of whom have not completed formal schooling by building their literacy skills in both Nyanja and English. The role involves planning and delivering engaging, level-appropriate lessons that foster confidence, self-esteem, and a love for reading and writing. The teacher will create inclusive, supportive learning environments, provide individualized support, and use assessment tools to track progress. In addition to classroom instruction, the teacher will actively participate in community education events, promote literacy within the broader community, and pursue continuous professional development to ensure effective, evidence-based teaching practices.
\nKey Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Build confidence in women who dropped out of school to pursue the acquisition of improved literacy skills in both local language (Nyanja) and English
\nDevelop detailed lesson plans that align with literacy standards and objectives
\nDeliver instruction in a clear and engaging manner, adapting as needed for different learning styles
\nConduct reading-level-appropriate lessons for community women and parents in adult literacy classes
\nFoster a positive and inclusive learning environment where all women feel valued and are encouraged to love reading and writing
\nProvide individual reading and writing support to women who may need additional and more personalised support
\nRecommend books and other resources that will help the women enhance their literacy skills
\nConduct regular assessments to monitor progress using TTF assessment tools
\nStay current with the latest research and best practices in literacy education, especially evidence-based, student-centered instructional strategies
\nActively look for professional development opportunities that continually improve teaching skills for mentors
\nParticipate in education awareness events at community level
\nParticipate in literacy-related events and activities, such as book fairs or reading challenges
\nAdvocate for the importance of literacy both within the schools and the wider community<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
Fluency in English
\nFluency in Nyanja or Kunda
\nCan demonstrate clear student-focused teaching strategies
\nConfident in leading community meetings
\nPassionate about Female Empowerment and Gender Equality
\nAbility to develop and nurture relationships over time with remote communities
\nExtremely organised and efficient in completing tasks
\nAbility to work effectively with minimum supervision
\nStrong leadership skills<\/p>\n
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