The following are the current internships available:
| Aga Khan Education Services, Tajikistan | |
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| English Language Teacher, Summer English Upgrading Programme | |
| Aga Khan Education Service, Tajikistan (AKES, Tj) is seeking a short- term volunteer to teach English language during the Summer English Enrichment Programme (week-day and weekend classes) at the Aga Khan Lyceum, in Khorog and a government school in Barrushan village of Rushan district of Tajikistan. The purpose is to bring students together during the summer holidays and provide them with an opportunity for immersion into the English language and further strengthen English language skills, including literature analysis, perspective taking and debating, through a rich learning and stimulating platform, in preparation for post-secondary education. The volunteer will be required to teach English speaking, reading, writing, listening, literature analysis and debating skills to a number of students groups that will be entering Grade 9 and 11. The five week programme will be held from Monday June 29 1st to Friday July 31. Students will be divided into 6 groups and classes will be held 4 days during the week and 2 days on the weekend, in 90 – 120 minute sessions. Classes will be held in English. Curriculum has been developed by academic specialists, including those supporting the Aga Khan Education Board for Canada. However, curriculum / assessment adaptation and lesson planning will be required to ensure the material is delivered according to the pace and ability of each student group. The volunteer teacher will need to mark assessments and track student progress. | |
| Location: | Khorog, Tajikistan Barrushan village of Rushan district, Tajikistan |
| Dates: | June 22, 2020 – August 4, 2020 (inclusive of travel dates) |
| Qualifications: | - Minimum two years of previous teaching, mentorship or tutoring experience (preferably in English at a high school level) - Familiarity with key Grade 8 – 11 English language skills - Experience with coaching or teaching debating through MUN or other quality programmes - Good experience with teaching ACT and SAT preparation - Proven leadership and group facilitation qualities - Some experience leading and mentoring young adults (e.g. camp, student clubs, etc.) - Highly adaptable and demonstrated openness to new and challenging work environments - Good time management and organization skills - Ability to work in a highly collaborative team-based environment - Experience with curriculum development and adaptation is preferred - Experience living abroad in challenging circumstances - Passionate about youth development and education Language - Advanced English speaking and writing skills - Experience working with English as a Second/Foreign Language (ESL/EFL) children is an asset - Some Russian language experience would be an asset - Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from a globally recognized university - Teaching qualifications preferred |
| Aga Khan Education Services, Tajikistan | |
| Mathematics Teacher | |
| Aga Khan Education Service, Tajikistan (AKES, Tj) is seeking a short term volunteer to teach Math during the Summer Math Enrichment Programme (week-day and weekend classes) at the Aga Khan Lyceum, in Khorog, Tajikistan. The purpose is to bring students together during the summer holidays and provide them with an opportunity for immersion into the English language and further strengthen Mathematics skills through a rich learning and stimulating platform, in preparation for post-secondary education. The volunteer will be required to teach fundamental Math concepts to a number of students groups that will be entering Grade 9 and 11. The five week programme will be held from Monday June 29 1st to Friday July 31. Students will be divided into 6 groups and classes will be held 4 days during the week and 2 days on the weekend, in 90 – 120 minute sessions. Classes will be held in English. Curriculum developed by an academic specialist will be provided. However, curriculum / assessment adaptation and lesson planning will be required to ensure the material is delivered according to the pace and ability of each student group. Volunteer teacher will need to mark assessments and track student progress. Online sessions will be held with the curriculum specialists prior to departure, and they will also be available remotely for any additional support throughout the programme. The following expenses will be covered: Round trip from home city to Dushanbe, Tajikistan; insurance; accommodation in Dushanbe and Khorog, local travel between Dushanbe and Khorog; stipend and local mobile sim. | |
| Location: | Khorog, Tajikistan |
| Dates: | June 22, 2020 – August 4, 2020 (inclusive of travel dates) |
| Qualifications: | - Minimum two years of previous teaching, mentorship or tutoring experience (preferably in Math at a high school level) - Familiarity with key Grade 8 – 11 Math curriculum concepts - Good experience with teaching ACT and SAT preparation - Proven leadership and group facilitation qualities - Some experience leading and mentoring young adults (e.g. camp, student clubs, etc.) - Highly adaptable and demonstrated openness to new and challenging work environments - Good time management and organization skills - Ability to work in a highly collaborative team-based environment - Experience with curriculum development and adaptation is preferred - Experience living abroad in challenging circumstances - Passionate about youth development and education Language - Proficient written and oral English language skills - Experience working with English as a Second/Foreign Language (ESL/EFL) individuals is an asset - Some Russian language experience would be an asset - Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from a globally recognized university - Teaching qualifications preferred |
| Aga Khan Hostel, India | |
| Computer Literacy Teacher | |
| Location: | Sidhpur, India |
| Dates: | Summer 2020 (2-week commitment required) |
| Qualifications: | College students and young professionals from all backgrounds are invited to apply. |
| Aga Khan Hostel, India | |
| English Teacher | |
| Location: | Sidhpur, India |
| Dates: | Summer 2020 (2-week commitment required) |
| Qualifications: | College students and young professionals from all backgrounds are invited to apply. |
| Future Opportunities | |
| The AKYSB Internship Program will be adding more summer opportunities over the next few months. If you are interested in international internships, but not in any of the current offerings, you can complete an application by the deadline to be considered for all future opportunities. | |