Consultant - Tutor

The Hans Foundation; India; On-site; INR 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hans Foundation is seeking an FLN Tutor to support foundational literacy and numeracy for children in Meghalaya under the Learning Bridge programme. You will conduct remedial classes, work with CBLCs and community partners, and engage parents to improve learning outcomes and school retention.

Based in Mylliem Block, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, the consultant role is for 1 year with renewal options, reporting to the Project Coordinator, and requires a background in education or social

Qualifications

• Graduate in Education, Social Sciences, or related field.
• B.Ed./ DL.Ed preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching, tutoring, or community education experience.
• Knowledge of FLN, child-centred pedagogy, and community engagement preferred.
• Knowledge of local language(s) and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FLN and remedial learning sessions for children.
• Assess learning levels and track student progress.
• Support Community-Based Learning Centres (CBLCs) and learning camps.
• Identify and support out-of-school and irregular children through bridge learning activities.
• Maintain attendance, assessment, and activity records.
• Conduct parent meetings and home visits to encourage regular learning and school attendance.
• Coordinate with schools, community stakeholders, and project staff.

Skills

Good communication

Facilitation skills

Working with children

Community engagement

Reporting skills

Education

Graduate in Education or Social Sciences

B.Ed./ DL.Ed preferred

Job description

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

PROJECT OVERVIEW: Hans Learning Bridge – Meghalaya

The Learning Bridge Meghalaya Project is a primary education intervention aimed at strengthening foundational learning outcomes among children through structured support in 8 government primary schools and 5 Community-Based Learning Centres (CBLCs). The project focuses on improving basic literacy, numeracy, attendance, and overall classroom engagement by introducing targeted learning support, trained facilitators, and community-based learning activities. It works closely with schools, teachers, and local communities to bridge learning gaps, enhance teaching quality, and ensure continuous academic support for children, especially those who are at risk of falling behind. Through regular monitoring, capacity building, and community participation, the project seeks to create a strong and inclusive learning environment that improves educational outcomes at the primary level in Meghalaya.

GENERAL

Location of Job: Mylliem Block, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya

No. of Positions: 01

Reporting to: Project Coordinator

Job type: Consultant mode for 1-year, renewable basis project requirements.

1. JOB PURPOSE

The FLN Tutor will support children in achieving foundational literacy and numeracy skills through school and community-based learning interventions. The tutor will conduct remedial classes, support out-of-schoool children, and engage with parents and communities to improve learning outcomes and school retention.

2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct FLN and remedial learning sessions for children.
• Assess learning levels and track student progress.
• Support Community-Based Learning Centres (CBLCs) and learning camps.
• Identify and support out-of-school and irregular children through bridge learning activities.
• Maintain attendance, assessment, and activity records.
• Conduct parent meetings and home visits to encourage regular learning and school attendance.
• Coordinate with schools, community stakeholders, and project staff.

3. Reporting to: Project Coordinator

4. Other Indicative Requirements

Educational Qualifications:

• Graduate in Education, Social Sciences, or related field.
• B.Ed./ DL.Ed preferred

Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.)

• Minimum 2 year of teaching, tutoring, or community education experience.
• Knowledge of FLN, child-centred pedagogy, and community engagement preferred.

Skills Required

• Good communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work with children and communities.
• Basic reporting and record-keeping skills.
• Knowledge of local language(s) and English preferred.

THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.