Freelance/ Consultant - Teacher & Storyteller

Role & responsibilities

We believe education & learning should be a fun adventure. We are looking for an imaginative, highly dynamic Educator & Storyteller to join us on a freelance/ consultancy basis. This is a multi-faceted role for an expert educator who can craft captivating narratives and present them with flair. You will be responsible for creating educational short stories, presenting them directly to children.

Key Responsibilities

  • Craft Educational Narratives: Create engaging, high-quality short stories and content that seamlessly integrate educational concepts for children.
  • Present storytelling sessions, utilizing dynamic presentation and voice modulation to deeply engage young audiences.
  • Train & Mentor Educators other teachers as required, equipping them with the storytelling techniques and presentation skills, needed to deliver high-impact learning.
What We Are Looking For in the candidate
  • Teaching Experience: A proven track record as an educator/teacher having specifically worked with Grades 39. You deeply understand how these age groups think and learn.
  • Training Skills: Experience coaching, mentoring, or conducting sessions for other teachers/educators.
  • Dynamic Presentation Skills: Exceptional public speaking, voice modulation, or performance skills. You know how to hold a crowd's attentionwhether it is a group of children or a room full of peers.
  • Storyteller at Heart: A deep passion for the art of storytelling, with the creative writing skills to back it up. You know how to weave academic concepts into compelling, imaginative narrative arcs.
How to Apply If you are a master educator ready to inspire both students and fellow teachers, we’d love to hear from you! Please share your resume along with samples of your work.
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