Fellow - Educator

Position: Fellow - Educator

Base Location: Karta Initiative India Foundation Office, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
KIIF’s Office Location: B-33, Sector - 40, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Employment Type: Full-time (Work from Noida Office with extensive field travel across India)

Duration of the Contract: 2 years (renewable based on performance review)

Experience Required: 2 – 8 years

About Karta Initiative India Foundation (KIIF)

Karta Initiative India Foundation is dedicated to expanding access to transformative educational and career opportunities for talented young people from disadvantaged and marginalized backgrounds. We believe that when these young people are given pathways to thrive in higher education and careers, they can become leaders and changemakers who drive positive social change in their communities and beyond. Karta has two flagship programs: Karta Access which guides the school-to-university transition of high school students and Karta Scholar, which guides the university-to-workplace transition of undergraduate scholars.

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Educator Fellow to design and deliver engaging learning experiences for high school students from underrepresented communities. Fellows from a diverse range of fields are encouraged, who have subject expertise in any of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English, Economics or other interdisciplinary STEM subjects.

Beyond classroom delivery, the educator will play a critical role in mentoring Karta undergraduate scholars — guiding them through academic success, career exploration and career profile building (including internships, research opportunities and professional skills) in the sciences. By equipping Karta scholars with knowledge, confidence, and ethical perspectives, the educator will help empower marginalized youth to pursue meaningful opportunities and contribute positively to society.

Key Responsibilities Areas:

1. Curriculum Design & Delivery

• Develop and deliver interactive subject-specific lessons, workshops and projects for school students between 9^th to 12^th grade in Access Program.
• Incorporate hands-on experiments, technology tools, simulations and inquiry-based learning approaches.While having domain expertise in any one subject, be able to foster an interdisciplinary and socially conscious perspective among students, interconnecting various concepts across pure sciences, mathematics, business and social sciences.
• Be a voracious reader, and have the ability to bring out curiosity and critical thinking in students.

2. Student Engagement & Mentorship

• Mentor high school students, building problem-solving, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry skills.
• Provide career guidance and individualized mentorship to undergraduate scholars pursuing science and technology-related fields.
• Support scholars in career profile building (internships, research projects, resumes, LinkedIn, skill development, etc.).

3. Innovation & Program Development

• Introduce innovative teaching practices, including AI-enabled tools and digital platforms.
• Adapt the curriculum according to diverse learning levels and contexts, ensuring inclusivity among the students.

4. Collaboration & Capacity Building

• Work closely with fellow educators, program team members, and external partners to co-create interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Train and support program team members as peer educators who can clear the doubts of students on fundamental science concepts.

5. Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track student and scholar progress, collect feedback and contribute to program impact assessment.
• Recommend improvements and innovations based on data and field experiences.

6. Additional Responsibilities

• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, mental health lead, or senior management team to support the mission and goals of the organization.
• Be flexible to travel to program sites or events as needed, contributing to the on-ground impact of Karta’s programs.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree/Master’s degree/Phd in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English, Economics or other interdisciplinary STEM subjects.
• 2–8 years of teaching, facilitation, or curriculum development experience in the education sector.
• Strong knowledge of interdisciplinary education systems, project-based as well as experiential learning.
• Familiarity with digital tools, online teaching platforms and emerging technologies in teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and working with marginalized and under-served student communities.
• Willing to travel to remote, rural locations across India for 80-100 days annually

Desirable Skills and Qualities:

• Demonstrated ability to work with children and youth and a zeal to contribute to the education of underprivileged youth is strongly desirable.
• Excellent communication and program management skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse learners.
• Creativity in designing interdisciplinary and socially relevant projects.
• Experience supporting students with career preparation and professional development.
• Go-getter and Entrepreneurial nature.
• Believer in affirmative action and equitable access to education
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to impact the lives of first-generation and marginalized learners, helping them grow into future leaders and positive social changemakers.
• Exposure to Navodaya/State board/ Minority, Social and Tribal schooling systems.
• A collaborative, mission-driven work culture.
• Professional development opportunities in technology, interdisciplinary education and social impact.
• Competitive compensation aligned with sector standards.

Compensation Offered:

Compensation ranges between INR 50,000 – 80,000 per month. The compensation offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on their qualifications, relevant quality experience and demonstrated competencies.

Medical Insurance Benefits:

Comprehensive medical insurance (Rs. 5 lakhs cover) for self, spouse and dependents (parents and children, if any), plus an accident policy (Rs. 5 lakhs cover).

Application Process:

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the requisite experience, we would love to hear from you.

Apply here: Please fill the following google form: https://forms.gle/jYRmbbuWv5ifQyMUA. We look forward to reviewing your applications and getting in touch with the most qualified candidates.

Deadline: Apply immediately

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