Established in 2019, Deborah Foundation is a registered non-profit organization in Ethiopia with a mission to improve the lives of children with Down Syndrome and other intellectual disabilities through support in Health, Education, and Policy Advocacy.

Summary: Subject Teachers are responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing instruction in their respective subject areas. They create engaging, standards-aligned lessons that cater to the diverse needs and learning styles of their students. Subject Teachers collaborate with their colleagues, integrate technology, and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment to support students' academic and personal growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive, standards-based lesson plans and unit plans that align with the school's curriculum and learning objectives

• Implement effective classroom management strategies to foster a productive and nurturing classroom culture

• Provide individualized support, accommodations, and interventions to meet the unique needs of each student

• Monitor student progress and communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student performance and behavior

• Choose and apply instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for the teaching and learning activities.

• Facilitating lessons in a manner that will be effective despite a student's disability.

• Utilize games, music, books, art, technology and other resources to teach basic skills and foster student development.

• Change up the way of teaching in order to accommodate the requirements and interests of various students.

• Create a positive and appropriate classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

• Develop and implement a suitable classroom management system.

• Establish and create rules for acceptable behavior.

• Apply and follow up on approved disciplinary interventions.

• Encourage cooperative social behavior through games and activities.

• Observe, evaluate and record children's social and academic progress.

• Provide constructive feedback to parents, guardians and administration.

• Plan and order classroom equipment and supplies.

• Ensure equipment and facilities are clean and safe.

• Collaborate with other staff members to promote the general health of the school.

• Perform required administrative duties including attending staff meetings.

• Uphold the school code of conduct and all school policies, rules and procedures in a supportive and positive manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the School and Special needs Head.

Salary – Gross salary ETB 10,000

Job Requirements

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject area or a related field

• 0 years of teaching experience

• Strong content knowledge and pedagogical skills in the subject area

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills

• Previous experience working with students with special needs.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of teaching practices for students with special needs.

• Knowledge of current educational and instructional methodologies and techniques

• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, families, and colleagues 

Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong Communication and market fluency 

• The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines 

• Skill in Planning and organizing

• Have a good Problem-solving skills

• Patience and stress tolerance

• Adaptability and flexibility

• Creativity

Essential

• Deep understanding of the job.

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills

• Dedication

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, tempo (educational evidence) and contact details of two professional referees, one of which must be the applicant’s current / most recent line manager or current / most recent Head of HR.

Please send applications by email – vaccancy@deborafoundation.orgin pdf format 

Deadline July 22, 2025