JOB DESCRIPTION

World Change Starts with Educated Children®

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IMPORTANT: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located. Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.

Position Overview

The Literacy Facilitator (LF) plays a key role in supporting Room to Read’s Literacy Program in government primary schools. The LF provides on-site coaching and mentoring to teachers and head teachers to strengthen early grade reading instruction, build children’s literacy skills, and foster a habit of reading. The role also supports teacher training, community engagement, and capacity building of government officials. Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned schools, the LF ensures effective program implementation, documentation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Program Implementation & School Support

• Support the rollout of the Literacy Program in assigned schools, ensuring adherence to design and responsiveness to challenges.
• Provide day-to-day coaching to Grade 1 and 2 teachers on effective literacy instruction and use of student assessments.
• Support the setup and ongoing use of school libraries, including orientation for teachers and students.
• Collaborate with schools to make minor improvements to library spaces (e.g., painting, organization).
• Facilitate delivery and distribution of library books, instructional materials, and program resources.

Capacity Building & Training

• Assist the Literacy Program Officer in conducting teacher and government official trainings, serving as co-facilitator when required.
• Participate in professional development to strengthen coaching skills and deepen knowledge of the Literacy Program.
• Provide ongoing feedback to teachers based on classroom observations and informal student assessments.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with school leaders, government counterparts, and communities to create a supportive literacy environment.
• Facilitate literacy events, parent meetings, and community activities to build awareness and engagement.
• Support head teachers and communities in developing sustainability plans for literacy practices beyond Room to Read’s support.
• Represent Room to Read in government and school-level meetings as needed.

Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting

• Conduct daily school visits (except when in training, meetings, or on leave).
• Collect and analyze school- and library-level data, including student assessments and program monitoring indicators.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, and feedback for continuous program improvement.
• Prepare timely reports, school visit notes, and updates as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in education or development projects.
• Demonstrated experience in teacher coaching, training, or mentoring.
• Experience facilitating school- or community-level events and meetings.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools, assessments, and using data to improve instruction.
• Strong communication skills in Bangla and English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic digital tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned district.
• Commitment to child protection, safeguarding, and organizational values.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in rural communities and/or government schools.
• Prior success collaborating with teachers, school administrators, and government officials.
• Experience with early grade reading, school libraries, or literacy program implementation.
• Background in nonprofit or development organizations with a focus on education.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Provident Fund
• 13th Month Allowance
• Gratuity
• Health coverage for staff and dependents
• Insurance
• Professional development opportunities

The most significant benefit is the opportunity to work with one of the fastest-growing international organizations focused solely on education, with a culture of continuous innovation and social impact.

Child Protection Principles

• Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation
• Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.
• All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.
• All children should be treated with respect and dignity.
• The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.
• Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles

• Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.
• Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.
• All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.
• Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.
• Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.

Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.

Read is a child-safe organization; all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.

About Room to Read: 

Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow – creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.

We support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. To date, Room to Read has benefited more than 50 million children in 28 countries.

Learn more at www.roomtoread.org.