Literacy/Digital Skills
Job Description
Following the internal promotion of the current post holder, we are looking for an organised, creative and passionate educationist, with the educational and creative skills to drive forward EduSpots’ work in literacy and digital skills development. This important full-time role, reporting to the Education and Research Manager, will involve leadership of our established Catalyst-led DigiLit Clubs programme for Primary level students, which engages learners from 33 communities in a range of practical literacy and digital activities that also aim to promote skills in creativity, critical thinking and digital competence, with a focus on connecting educational activities to the community context and play-based learning. The coordinator will manage the DigiLit Peer Mentor to support and develop our literacy WhatsApp community of over 100 community-based DigiLit Catalysts, ensuring that they feel motivated and gain continuous professional development support. They will also create, research and procure educational resources across a wide range of literacy-related and digital learning areas, as the needs of the organization and Catalysts determine
Requirement(s)
Classroom-based teaching experience, preferably at the primary level. At least 3 years’ experience in the area of literacy development, preferably with experience of designing and leading a literacy programme at Primary Level. Experience in programme development and management with an understanding of the need to meet deadlines. Experience in education resource design (e.g. curricula, student activities, teacher/facilitator guides). A strong training facilitator, with the ability to model outstanding pedagogy and inspire Catalysts. Strong IT knowledge and skills, with an interest in, and ability to, equip Catalysts and learners with the digital skills needed to thrive in today’s world. Experience in online educational delivery of various forms (e.g. via zoom, WhatsApp, and phone call) Experience of working with Catalysts to drive educational change How To Apply Please send a tailored covering letter and updated CV addressed to the CEO, Cat Davison, at recruitment@eduspots.org (mailto:recruitment@eduspots.org) by 24th January 2025 with a hope to meet shortlisted candidates for a first-round interview shortly afterwards for a start date in February. For further information please see www.eduspots.org (http://www.eduspots.org) or contact us at info@eduspots.org (mailto:info@eduspots.org) Also follow us on social media - @eduspots on Twitter and Facebook This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time in consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the role. EduSpots is committed to the safeg
