UWS Nepal Teaching Fellowship Program

Working closely with UWS-aided community schools, the Fellows uplift educational quality and address education inequality. Fellows are responsible to promote learning, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills among students, while also planning and implementing initiatives that improve the overall learning environment and life skills of the children.

Program Components

• The program combines four key components:
  • Teaching: Fellows will have the opportunity to teach in a Nepali school, where they will be exposed to the challenges and opportunities of teaching in an under-resourced setting;
  • Community engagement: Fellows will be encouraged to get involved in the local community, working with students, teachers, parents, and community leaders to address the challenges facing education in the region;
  • Leadership development: Fellows will participate in leadership development workshops and activities, which will help them to develop the skills and knowledge they need to be effective educators and leaders;
  • Cross-cultural exchange: Fellows will have the opportunity to live and work in one of the districts, which will give them a unique opportunity to learn about the communities culture and society.

Why should you join UWS Nepal Teaching Fellowship?

• The UWS Nepal Teaching Fellowship program offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the enhancement of education in under-resourced communities. As a Fellow, you will play a pivotal role in addressing educational inequality using innovative teaching methods and community engagement. In addition, you will also be fostering your personal and professional growth. Through comprehensive and experiential training you will be able to cultivate leadership skills and become a catalyst for systemic change.

Funding Information

• UWS Nepal Teaching Fellowship is a full-time program, and Fellows will be paid NPR 22,500 monthly. Additional benefits include, Food and accommodation facilities will be looked after by the village/community the fellows are placed in. Two- way travel expenses will be covered three times a year. Health insurance upto Rs. 1,00,000 (one lakh), an OPD claim worth Rs. 10,000 (ten thousand) annually and accidental benefits upto Rs. 7,00,000 (7 lakhs).
• You will receive extensive training in teaching methods, classroom management, community participation, communication, and more, preparing you for leadership roles and challenges in the field of education. Additionally, the fellowship provides exposure to the grassroots realities of the educational system in Nepal, allowing you to become an advocate for systemic change.

Who do they Teach and Where?

• Fellows work with UWS Nepal’s partner Community schools in one of the three districts – Sankhuwasabha, Gulmi, and Taplejung. The fellows will teach either English or Mathematics to children at the basic level at UWS partner schools. The fellows will also impart essential life skills to the students and promote their holistic growth through extracurricular activities.

Who is an ideal fellow?

• They seek diverse individuals with strong leadership, organisational, adaptability, empathy, and resilience skills. The focus is on driving positive change through innovative thinking, effective problem-solving, and a sincere passion for education and community advancement. Commitment to growth, continuous learning and genuine enjoyment of nurturing children’s development are highly appreciated.

For more information, visit UWS Nepal.