Job Summary
The Remedial and Catch Up Trainer Officer will support the design, implementation, and quality assurance of remedial and catch up education programs targeting children who have fallen behind academically or missed critical learning opportunities. The position focuses on helping learners bridge gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy, rebuild learning confidence, and progress toward grade level competencies.
The Trainer Officer will provide technical support to teachers and facilitators through structured training, classroom observation, and on site coaching. The role also ensures alignment of remedial and catch up interventions with Ministry of Education standards and supports integration of learners into formal or community based education pathways. The position is full time and requires regular field engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Program Implementation and Classroom Support
Support the implementation of remedial and catch up classes for targeted learners at primary education level.
Conduct routine and structured classroom visits to observe teaching practices, learner engagement, and lesson delivery.
Provide on site technical guidance to teachers on re teaching foundational skills in literacy and numeracy.
Support the use of differentiated instruction and learner centered approaches to address individual learning gaps.
Ensure safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments that promote learner confidence and participation.
Training and Capacity Building
Support the development, review, and adaptation of training curricula, manuals, and handouts for remedial and catch up education.
Ensure training materials are aligned with Ministry of Education standards and approved curricula.
Deliver initial and refresher training sessions for teachers and facilitators on remedial teaching strategies, assessment of learning gaps, and accelerated learning approaches.
Ensure all training sessions are conducted in appropriate venues, materials are distributed properly, and attendance records are maintained.
Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to teachers based on classroom observation findings.
Monitoring, Quality Assurance, and Learner Progress
Monitor teaching and learning processes to ensure effective delivery of remedial and catch up lessons.
Support teachers in assessing learner progress through simple diagnostic and formative assessment tools.
Track learner attendance, progress, and completion of remedial cycles.
Support the transition or reintegration of learners into age appropriate grades or formal education pathways where applicable.
Contribute to the documentation of good practices, challenges, and lessons learned.
Community Engagement and Learner Support
Engage parents, caregivers, and community members to promote understanding of remedial and catch up education objectives.
Encourage regular attendance and family support for learners participating in remedial programs.
Support community based structures to enhance learner retention and accountability.
Promote inclusive education practices for vulnerable learners, including out of school children and those at risk of dropout.
Reporting and Coordination
Prepare regular activity and monitoring reports for submission to the Education Program Manager.
Maintain accurate records of classroom visits, training sessions, and learner progress data.
Coordinate closely with project staff, teachers, and local education authorities.
Perform other relevant technical tasks assigned by the Education Program Manager or Project Manager.
Safeguarding and PSEA
Ensure adherence to child safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policies.
Promote awareness of safeguarding standards among teachers, staff, and community members.
Comply with the organization’s zero tolerance policy on sexual misconduct.
