About the job Subject Specialist – Social Science
Role: Subject Specialist - Social Science, Agartala, Tripura,
Experience: 3+
Salary: 9-10 LPA
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About the role:
The Subject Specialist will strengthen subject-specific teaching and learning by designing diagnostic assessment frameworks, developing high-quality learning resources, and supporting institutional capacity building. The role will work closely with the Programme Manager – Classroom Resources and contribute towards improving educational outcomes through curriculum-aligned resources, professional development, and continuous academic review.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop Methodology, Framework, and Tools for Diagnostic Assessment and Self-Assessment
- Design and create comprehensive methodologies, frameworks, and tools for conducting diagnostic and self-assessments for students in Social Sciences.
- Ensure that the methodology and tools support teachers in evaluating and addressing subject-specific learning needs effectively.
2. Conduct Capacity Review of SCERT and DIETs
- Support the development of methodologies, frameworks, tools, and timelines for conducting capacity reviews of SCERT and DIETs across subjects.
- Ensure the review process evaluates institutional strengths and gaps to support informed improvements in subject-specific education.
3. Develop Learning Resources for SCERT, DIET Faculty, Teachers, and Students
- Create engaging learning resources including lesson plans, handbooks, student workbooks, and teaching-learning materials.
- Ensure resources are aligned with NCERT/state curriculum, updated, comprehensive, and accessible.
4. Conduct Orientation and Capacity Building Sessions
- Organise orientation and capacity-building sessions for SCERT, DIET, State Resource Group (SRG) members, master trainers, and teachers.
- Facilitate training focused on pedagogy, instructional strategies, and subject content proficiency.
5. Quality Assurance (QA) Visits
- Conduct QA visits to assess the implementation and effectiveness of educational initiatives.
- Provide constructive feedback and identify improvement areas to enhance programme quality.
Essential Requirements
- Strong belief in the power of quality education to improve social and economic outcomes for children.
- Deep understanding of the education sector.
- Postgraduate degree in a relevant Social Science field such as MSW, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Education, Public Policy, Anthropology, Development Studies, Rural Development, or related disciplines.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in creating structured lesson plans in Social Sciences for Grades 6–12.
- Preference for candidates proficient in Bangla, Kokborok, or other dialects of Tripura.
- Strong command over the subject with deep conceptual understanding.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with educational programmes and best practices in Social Science education in India.
- Ability to conduct research and analyse educational data and trends.
- Ability to develop effective instructional materials and learner-centric approaches.
- Adaptability towards evolving educational technologies and practices.
Desirable Requirements
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Passion for creative problem-solving and innovation.
- Experience in developing educational resources, research papers, and training materials.
- Knowledge of current research and evaluation practices in education.
- Alignment with organisational values and priorities.
- Patience, collaboration, and a positive attitude.
Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on May 21, 2026 on Ground Zero
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