Teacher

Cankidsindia; Cuttack; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

CanKids KidsCan in India is seeking a dedicated Teacher for its Department of Education to ensure continuous, high-quality education for children undergoing cancer treatment, aged 0–19. The role delivers structured, adaptive learning in OPD/IPD settings or schoolrooms using the PEP framework, fostering academic progress and emotional well-being.

You will collaborate with families, healthcare teams, and schools to support reintegration into mainstream education, monitor attendance and progress,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field.
• 2–5 years of teaching experience, preferably in remedial or inclusive education.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for children with health challenges.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with digital learning tools and educational software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily structured teaching sessions using the PEP framework in OPD/IPD settings or schoolrooms.
• Monitor attendance, academic progress, and reintegration readiness.
• Provide individualized instruction and remedial support.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate learning outcomes.
• Maintain communication with parents and caregivers for continuity.
• Organize PTMs and sensitization workshops on cancer and schooling.
• Assist families with scholarship documentation.
• Coordinate with SST to support holistic child development.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Coordination

Digital learning tools

Classroom management

Adaptability to health challenges

Remedial teaching

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Education

Tools

Educational software

Online tutoring platforms

Digital learning tools

Job description

Founded in 2004 by Poonam Bagai, herself a cancer survivor, CanKids KidsCan, the National Society for Change For Childhood Cancer In India partners with hospitals, medical professionals, and state governments to enable access and best standards of treatment, care and support across 60 cities and 22 states of India.

Catering to childhood cancer patients from primarily underprivileged families, CanKids is present in 141 hospitals across India. Through our signature programYANA (You Are Not Alone)– CanKids provides medical, drugs & diagnostics support, accommodation through Home Away from Homes, , patient transport, blood support, nutrition & rations, education and counselling support.

In order to increaseAccess2Care, CanKids has MOUs with 8 state governments asknowledgeandtechnical partnersfor childhood cancer and 16 State Projects Across India.

Job Description

Summary:

The Teacher role at CanKids KidsCan’s Department of Education is pivotal in ensuring that children undergoing cancer treatment receive uninterrupted, high-quality, and personalized education. Operating within a compassionate, mission-driven environment, Teachers play a critical role in supporting the holistic development of children aged 0–19, bridging gaps in formal and non-formal learning during treatment and post-treatment phases. By delivering structured, adaptive, and interactive education through the PEP framework, Teachers foster academic continuity, emotional well-being, and successful reintegration into mainstream schooling. This role is essential to advancing CanKids’ vision of 100% Access2Care and 100% Financial Protection by 2030, aligning with the WHO GICC and Sustainable Development Goals. Teachers collaborate closely with families, healthcare teams, and educational institutions to uphold the rights of children with cancer to education, dignity, and a fulfilling childhood.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver daily structured teaching sessions using the PEP framework in OPD/IPD settings or schoolrooms.
  
• Monitor and document student attendance, academic progress, and reintegration readiness.
  
• Provide individualized instruction and remedial support tailored to students’ health and learning needs.
  
• Facilitate interactive, experiential, and therapeutic learning activities that promote cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
  
• Conduct diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to evaluate learning outcomes and inform teaching strategies.
  
• Maintain regular communication with parents and caregivers to ensure academic continuity and support reintegration.
  
• Organize and conduct parent-teacher meetings (PTMs) and sensitization workshops on cancer, treatment effects, and post-treatment schooling.
  
• Assist families in preparing and submitting scholarship applications with complete documentation.
  
• Update and manage vCAN records for all educational and support interventions provided.
  
• Coordinate with the Social Support Team (SST) to support holistic child development.
  
• Prepare and submit monthly student progress reports to the Head Teacher.
  
• Follow up with students post-reintegration to track ongoing academic and emotional well-being.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
  
• 2–5 years of teaching experience, preferably in remedial, special, or inclusive education settings.
  
• Proven experience in individualized learning planning, student assessment, and progress tracking.
  
• Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methodologies to accommodate children with health challenges or learning disabilities.
  
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination abilities with parents, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Proficiency in digital learning tools, online tutoring platforms, and educational software (preferred).
  
• Commitment to child rights, equity, and the values of inclusion, dignity, and compassion.
  

Operational Duties:

• Design and implement lesson plans aligned with PEP goals and curriculum standards.
  
• Utilize visual, interactive, and experiential learning tools to meet diverse learning needs.
  
• Provide structured remedial support to students facing academic delays due to treatment interruptions.
  
• Conduct regular diagnostic and periodic assessments to monitor learning progress.
  
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and individual growth for each student.
  
• Lead outreach and collaboration with local schools to facilitate smooth reintegration of students.
  
• Participate in awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives related to child education and cancer.
  

Additional Duties:

This job description is not exhaustive. Teachers may be assigned additional responsibilities as required by the organization’s evolving needs and mission objectives.

A collaborative, purpose-driven, and resourceful workplace where impact, innovation, and empathy are central. Teachers work within a supportive team environment dedicated to transforming the lives of children with cancer and their families across India.

CanKids KidsCan is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are welcomed, respected, and valued. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.