Location: Kathmandu

Working Hours: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Sunday–Friday)

Salary: NPR 30,000/month (Negotiable based on experience)

Role Summary

We are hiring a Shadow Teacher for 1:1 classroom support for a Grade 1 student with social communication and learning needs in a mainstream school.

This role is suited for candidates with prior exposure to child development, SEN (special educational needs), or therapy-informed support. The focus is to enable independence, improve communication, and support classroom participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the student in following classroom routines and curriculum using structured prompts and visual aids

• Facilitate peer interaction and social engagement

• Encourage functional communication and emerging speech

• Apply basic behavioral and sensory regulation strategies

• Maintain concise daily progress notes and coordinate with parents and therapists

Minimum Requirements (Strict Screening)

• Bachelor’s degree (or ongoing study) in Psychology, Education, Child Development, or related field

• Minimum 12 months of relevant experience (e.g., shadow teaching, therapy support, special needs education, preschool support)

• Strong patience, consistency, and observational skills

• Ability to provide low-profile (“shadow”) support that promotes independence

Preferred Profile

• Experience supporting children with speech delays, social-communication challenges, or diverse learning needs

• Familiarity with IEP-style support, visual schedules, or therapist-guided interventions

• Female candidates preferred

Important Notes

• This is a hands-on, child-facing role requiring sustained engagement

• Not suitable for candidates seeking only general teaching positions

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Mandatory Screening Questions (Include in Application)

Applications without responses will not be considered.

1. Describe your direct experience (if any) supporting a child with developmental or communication needs.

(Max 150 words)

2. How would you help a Grade 1 student who is reluctant to interact with classmates? Provide a practical example.

(Max 150 words)

3. What does “promoting independence” mean in a shadow teaching context? Give one example from experience or understanding.

(Max 120 words)

4. Are you able to reliably commute to Maharajgunj and commit to the full working hours (7:30 AM – 2:00 PM, Sunday–Friday)?

(Yes/No + brief clarification if needed)