Required

• A university degree or a specialized institute diploma in Kurdish language, education, teaching, or any related field. (Proven teaching experience may be accepted in the absence of a specialized degree).
• At least one year of practical experience in teaching the Kurdish language, with experience working with children and adolescents.
• Knowledge of modern teaching methods, lesson planning, educational activity design, and the use of instructional approaches that accommodate individual differences among students.
• Proficiency in the Kurdish language (reading, writing, and speaking), with the ability to explain educational concepts clearly and in a manner appropriate for the target age group.
• Basic proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel) to prepare reports and educational materials.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills, ability to encourage student participation, and capacity to build a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Ability to deal with diverse age groups and educational backgrounds.
• Commitment to teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to handle field challenges.

Desired

• Previous experience working in educational or humanitarian projects with non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Experience working with children and adolescents from diverse educational and social backgrounds.
• Knowledge of Child Safeguarding principles and the ability to create a safe learning environment.
• Familiarity with Non-Formal Education (NFE) approaches or education support programs.
• Proficiency in more than one language (Kurdish, Arabic, and English) is considered a strong added advantage.

Experience in designing interactive educational activities and using innovative teaching aids.