Classroom Teacher
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Educate/Train/Teaching
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Location: EPM Village
We are looking for a passionate, creative, and adaptable Classroom Teacher to lead engaging, student-centred learning experiences for children aged 5 to 15 at the EPM Learning Centre. This is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of educators and community workers committed to expanding possibilities for local children. Working alongside our Learning Facilitator, you will deliver English and Khmer classes that complement and build upon students' government schooling — supporting a pathway to further education and long-term opportunity. As the Learning Centre grows, there will be opportunities for more responsibilities within the organisation.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Facilitate engaging, interactive learning experiences tailored to the needs, interests, and cultural context of students and their families.
- Work alongside the Learning Facilitator to develop relevant, high-quality lessons.
- Create a safe, inclusive classroom environment where children feel encouraged to explore, question, and grow.
- Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, community members, and volunteers to ensure a holistic approach to education.
- Support student engagement and motivation through mentoring, encouragement, and targeted academic support.
- Develop literacy (English and Khmer), numeracy, and life skills in ways that are practical, engaging, and meaningful to children's lives.
- Assist in facilitating visits to the Learning Centre from Australian students and other guests.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- Khmer - Good
- English - Good
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or equivalent experience.
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Proficient in both Khmer and English.
Soft Skills
- A genuine passion for inspiring generational change through education.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong relationship-building skills - able to connect meaningfully with children, families, the community, the RAW Impact team, and visiting schools.
- A hands-on, proactive approach to facilitating learning rather than traditional top-down teaching.
- A positive mindset that sees challenges as opportunities to grow.
- Committed to upholding and demonstrating RAW Impact's values.
