Consultant - STEM

About The Apprentice Project (TAP)

The Apprentice Project (TAP) is a for-impact organization determined to transform Government/low-income schools by offering holistic development of all children. At TAP, we use choice-based learning (Visual arts, Performing arts, STEM: Coding & Science, and Financial Literacy)

to develop leadership skills.

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Role Summary

• Location Pune/Mumbai OR Remote (visit the city of placement once in a month).
• Time Commitment Full Time
• Reporting to Curriculum Manager
• Compensation Hourly basis

Key Job Areas

Content Creation

• •Develop engaging, student-centered learning experiences using video content, quizzes, assessments, performance tasks, and rubrics, all aligned with curriculum guidelines.
• •Structure curriculum into well-constructed, easily implementable lesson plans based on pedagogy and behavior management best practices for seamless integration with TAP Buddy.
• •Research and design activities with real-life applications to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• •Create detailed video scripts and content that are visually appealing, informative, and aligned with STEM objectives (Coding and Science).
• •Ensure all content (videos, templates, and activities) is age-appropriate, interactive, and aligned with learning outcomes.
• •Use visual aids, animations, and practical examples to make content engaging and easy to understand.
• •Manage audio and video editing to produce high-quality, student-centric videos.

Program Implementation & Support

• •Collaborate with the other teams to support the implementation of the curriculum, ensuring alignment with TAP's educational goals.
• •Support team members in video production and review, offering mentorship and ensuring timely delivery of content.
• •Work closely with stakeholders to facilitate the smooth rollout of content across all programs.

Curriculum Research & Enhancement

• •Assist the Curriculum Manager in researching, identifying, and curating relevant, high-quality STEM (Coding and Science) content, contextualizing it for TAP’s program and the Indian educational context.
• •Regularly update the curriculum to reflect the latest trends and advancements in STEM education.
• •Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of curriculum outputs and outcomes, presenting insights to the team on a quarterly basis.

Qualifications & Experience

• •Graduate/Postgraduate in BE/CS/Physics or any field with an interest in the STEM
• •0 to 2 years of relevant full-time work experience in one or more relevant fields/ fellowships
• •Willingness to learn about the workings of relevant verticals
• •Experience in the field of STEM or a detailed understanding of how these verticals operate will be beneficial
• •Experience of working with children and varied teams in any capacity (full-time/volunteering) will add value to the candidature

Skills

• •Experience with video editing tools would be an added advantage
• •Ownership
• •Strong interpersonal skills
• •Detail orientation
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills
• •Working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets)

Desired Competencies

• •Data-driven
• •Action-oriented
• •Passionate about leadership skill-building in children
• •Is an organized thinker
• •Able to manage difficult situations and think on the feet

Compensation is provided at par with the sector benchmark for this position in alignment with the individual’s prior experience and qualifications.

You can always reach out to us for any questions on [email protected]