We’re looking for an Inclusive Education Teacher Mentor  who can live and volunteer in Kiribati for 12 months.

• This assignment seeks to support the teachers in special needs education to achieve the objectives in their Strategic Plan.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor's degree in Special Needs Education (SEN), Inclusive Education or related field.
• As a volunteer, you will support the organisations' goal to ensure no child is left behind.

About the Partner Organisation

The Kiribati School and Centre for Children with Special Needs (KSCCSN Inc) is a registered incorporated society, based in Tarawa. Its membership comprises of parents, grandparents and families whose children have disabilities and attend the Special School, as well as employees. It now has over 300 students with 24 different types of disabilities.

Their vision is for children with disabilities in Kiribati to achieve their full potential in a safe, inclusive, welcoming and accessible learning environment, consistent with an international commitment to "education for all". Their mission is to provide the best quality education possible for children with disabilities, in partnership with supportive organisations within and outside of Kiribati.

A volunteer has been requested to capacity build teaching staff at KSCCSN on Special Needs Education (SNE) to help improve the quality of learning and teaching at the school.

About the Australian Volunteers Program

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - [email protected] using the subject line: Inclusive Education Teacher Mentor (Voluntary) - Kiribati School and Centre for Children with Special Needs - Tarawa enquiry via EthicalJobs. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD$ 2745per month.   

Find out more about in-country allowances.

Requirements

• All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
• A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
• A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include attaining a First Aid Certificate.

A position description is attached.