Computer Science Trainer (School)

Computer Science Trainer
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Salary: 06 –10 Lakhs
Basis: Permanent; full-time
Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in India

The role

We’re looking for a Computer Science Trainer to join our team in Odisha, who will plan, coordinate and deliver all of our state training and educator development activities, and will also work closely with the State team and curriculum team in India to support the Foundation’s work in computing curriculum development, teacher training, and related teaching and learning activities.

We work hard to make sure that the Foundation is a place where everyone is supported to do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you're the right person for the job, we’ll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you’ll be joining an exceptional team of people who care about our mission and each other.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the expansion of our computing education work in schools and other educational settings for young people (5 - 25 years) in the state of Odisha
• Deliver and evaluate teacher training and ongoing capacity building sessions throughout Odisha, including face-to-face training, online webinars, and school visits to observe lessons and have coaching conversations
• Nurture and support an educator community through being the point of contact for enquiries and regular initiatives like virtual and in person meet-ups and sharing learning opportunities.
• Plan and manage the logistical aspects of educator training and local programmes in collaboration with colleagues, including scouting for and interfacing with venues, securing equipment and supplies, and conducting pre-event checks 
• Support in the planning and execution of our partner onboarding strategy for state-level projects and partnerships including the computing teacher needs assessment, nomination and selection process.
• Ensure all partners’ local trainers understand and adhere to the partnership agreement terms, including training standards and safeguarding requirements
• Collaborate with fellow partners on programme-related additional activities throughout the year
• Support the colleagues working on impact and curriculum development to develop and deliver monitoring, evaluation, and development tools for teachers and learners to progress tracking
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of computing education courses and programmes needed for Odisha, and ensure that best practices are shared across the Foundation
• Build relationships with key government stakeholders to support the adoption of our work in the state
• Represent the Raspberry Pi Foundation to external audiences, including writing blog posts and magazine articles, attending outreach events, and leading workshops as and when required

Experience and personal attributes

We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not necessarily all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here. 

• A commitment to the mission and values of the Raspberry Pi Foundation
• Substantial teaching experience, and experience of designing and delivering effective and engaging training and training of trainers, ideally with a specialism in computing education or a related field; a qualification in teaching is preferable
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the STEM field
• In-depth knowledge of how the formal education systems work in Odisha, including curriculum and teacher training requirements and delivery methods and the processes by which schools and communities adopt new programmes
• Substantial project and programme management experience, including supporting delivery of large-scale, complex projects and contracts and monitoring and evaluation
• Ability to engage with and manage critical on-ground government stakeholders during programme implementation work
• Familiarity with online learning experiences and products, with an understanding of how technology is changing learning is preferable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient in reading, writing, and verbal communication in Odia
• A collaborative, flexible, and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and complexity
• Good data, analytical, and reporting skills, and the ability to use data effectively to improve what we do
• Preferably, experience of working in international organisations 
• Comfort with regular travel to schools in different parts of the state for meetings, training sessions, and support to teachers in effective implementation of the curriculum and necessary audits

About us

The Raspberry Pi Foundation is an independent charity with a global mission to enable all young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies. We operate through Raspberry Pi Foundation Educational Services incorporated in India, to provide educational services. 

We empower schools to teach computer science and AI literacy through free curricula, classroom resources, purpose built software tools, and professional development for teachers. We inspire young people to become tech creators through the world's largest networks of coding clubs. We undertake original research that informs our work and which we use to advance the field of computer science education more broadly.

All of our resources and learning experiences are available for anyone to use at no cost. We are particularly focused on creating opportunities for young people who experience educational disadvantage and those who come from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in technology industries. 

Over the past decade, we have supported hundreds of thousands of educators and tens of millions of students. We have teams in six countries (India, Ireland, Kenya, South Africa, the UK and US) and partnerships with mission-aligned non-profit organisations in over 60 countries. 

We are at the forefront of the global educational movement to expand access to computer science education and AI literacy. You can learn more about our work in our latest Annual Report.

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a wide range of benefits for all of our colleagues, including:

• Competitive leave allowance. From day one, you'll benefit from 17 days of earned leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 16 national/regional leaves
• Generous Employee Provident Fund (EPF). The EPF is a retirement savings scheme where both employees and employers contribute 12%
• Comprehensive Group Medical Insurance. We provide Private Healthcare via a Group Medical Insurance provided by NivaBupa. Each colleague has a sum assured amount of ₹10,000,00
• Flexible working. We have clear policies to provide flexibility over when and where you work, helping you balance work responsibilities with the rest of your life.
• Support for parents and carers. We provide generous family leave and flexibility for parents and carers. 
• Group Term Life Insurance. We provide life assurance and income protection schemes to provide peace of mind for you and your family. 
• Investing in learning and development. We invest in your growth and development, including through access to learning resources and training, with dedicated time for all employees. 

Timetable for applications

Closing date: 10th December
Phone screen: rolling basis
First interview: rolling basis
Second interview: rolling basis

Our recruitment process

All of our workplaces are inclusive spaces where we want people to feel respected, valued, and able to do their best work. We are committed to building teams that bring together people with a broad range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. That starts with our recruitment process. 

Here's what you can expect: 

• As part of your application, you will be asked to respond to a small number of questions that we will use to screen your eligibility for the role. You will also be asked to provide your cv and a short cover letter. 
• Eligible applications will be reviewed by our recruitment team and the hiring manager. 
• A small number of candidates will be invited to a phone call with the hiring manager. The purpose of this call is to check our understanding of your application and to answer any questions you have. 
• We normally have two interviews, at least one of which will take place in-person. Interviews will be with the hiring manager and at least one other colleague. 
• You will usually be asked to undertake a work-based assessment in advance of your interviews. This will be an opportunity for you to show how you would perform some part of the role. You will be given advance notice and clear instructions. 
• If you have any questions about or feel that you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, including adjustments for neurodiversity, please contact our People and Culture team at [email protected].

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Everyone appointed to a role at the Foundation will be required to undergo a background check to confirm that you are a suitable person to work with children. Further background checks will be made at regular intervals thereafter.