What is Tutors’ Recruitment Program (TRP)?

Tutors’ Recruitment Program (TRP) is a systematic human resource recruitment program under Vibrant-GOLD to identify, recruit, train and deploy qualified, competent & trained tutors for the academic needs of students and various courses/services to be offered through Vibrant-GOLD.

Efficient tutors recruitment, proper deployment, and utilization are necessary to ensure good professionalism. Clearly defined criteria and guidelines to identify, attract, train and retrain good tutors must be in place so as to facilitate the selection of trainable tutors capable of preparing students to successfully face the emerging local and global challenges.

Our tutors’recruitment program (TRP) is designed and customised to fit tutors’ professional goals and aspirations while allowing them the opportunity to explore the different cultures globally.

Why TRP?

What tutors do while tutoring will be one of the greatest aims of TRP.Where professional learning is by means of training is developed, Tutors’ knowledge base can be enhanced and there is a significant impact more generally on learning through tutoring:

1. The primary objective of TRP is to build a human resource base of tutors who are capable of teaching the students at global level and who have the knowledge & understanding of international curriculum, can communicate effectively and are willing to work 24X7 according to learning needs of students across the world.
2. It seems that in schools/institutes with a genuine sense of community for training, an increased sense of work efficacy leads to increased classroom motivation (in one on one teaching) and work satisfaction, with subsequent increases in collective responsibility for student learning.
3. Professional learning through training appears to foster change in practice by creating an environment that supports innovation and experimentation, and this is what actually promotes tutors’ learning.
4. Sustained, collaborative continuing professional development is highlighted as one mechanism for our training program.
5. Studies on its effect on teaching and learning conclude that collaborative professional development opportunities frequently have a positive impact on: tutors’ confidence; their beliefs in their power to make a difference to students’ learning; enthusiasm for collaborative working, despite initial anxiety about opening up their practice to the potential scrutiny of others; and commitment to changing practice and willingness to try new things.
6. Several features of collaborative professional development, working in combination, appear to be linked to these positive outcomes. These include: use of external expertise linked to school-based activity; observation; feedback, frequently based on observation; emphasis on peer support rather than leadership by supervisors; scope for tutors participants to identify their own learning focus; processes to encourage, extend, and structure professional dialog; and processes for sustaining professional learning over time to enable tutors to embed the practices in their own classroom settings.

Eligibility& Competency :

Tutors who are looking for a change of pace, and want to teach students overseas, wonder if they are qualified because they may never have worked, taught or even travelled abroad and concerns about language requirements consistently surface. To answer these questions and dispel any myths about what is required to teach abroad, here is a quick guide to what tutors will need to teach international students overseas:

1. Language Requirements :

The most important language requirement for teaching at an international level is that you speak fluent English. International schools/institutes all over the world consist of diverse, multicultural student bodies whose common denominator is that they are all English-speaking. This means that regardless of what subject or grade-level tutorsteaches, he/she will be teaching it in English

2. EducationRequirements :

Tutors should holdminimum Bachelor’s degree or higher in their subject area or in any stream but tutor should also be thorough in the knowledge of subject he/she will be teaching.

3. Teaching Experience :

Is overseas teaching experience required to get hired by an international organisation? No, one need not have taught overseas beforebut one do need have a basic knowledge of International Boards before he/ she apply toteach at an international level.

4. Communication :

As this course is mainly taught in English and contains a syllabus that is written and read in English medium, therefore, teacher’s English communication skills must be good.

5. Technology Skill :

Since online teaching is powered by the internet, tutors should have the zeal to deal with technologically driven tools as well. They need not be very tech-savvy while doing so, but yes, a basic understanding and management skills are required for sure. As it is said, practice makes a man perfect; there is no harm in trying to use the Ed-tech on a daily basis and slowly mastering how to use it. This is also important because at one point or the other, both students, as well as their parents, will look up to the teacher to teach them about certain tools used in an online classroom. Hence it is very crucial for anyone deciding to teach online to have good knowledge of the Learning Management System (LMS). To make things easier, one can use Google Classroom, Zoomor Impartus which are the best available apps for online classes. It makes things easier for tutors to handle by accessing a number of teaching tools.

6. Readiness to Teach 24X7 :

Since, Vibrant GOLD is an international project which will need tutors academic and co-academic inputs and co-ordination depending upon different/multiple time-zones of the world, so tutors will have to make their availability accordingly.

7. Content Development:

Tutors hold the responsibility for the development of course content. They must use a variety of techniques in innovative and creative ways based on students’ needs and understanding. They must build lessons that include case studies, stories, experiments and a variety of learning activities. Also, they must incorporate content that has more practical experiences for students. During content development, tutors must build content that has a global impact.Development of course content needs knowledge, skills, values and attitudes. Information for content development can be gathered from various sources like textbooks and other resources.

To develop content, effective strategies and methodology should be implemented.

8. Continuous Evaluation:

Tutor must have a thorough knowledge of the concept and objectives of continuous and comprehensive evaluation.

9. Academic Counselling :

Tutor monitor students’ development and according to their needs they give students necessary support such as helping them to understand themselves and their needs to solve their problems to make realistic decisions to improve their abilities and skills and to adjust themselves and their environment in a healthyway.Tutor should advise students on academic requirements, career resources, academic abilities and goal setting.

10. Miscellaneous Work:

The above list of role & responsibilities is not exhaustive. As per the need of international curriculum and students’ (& parents) requirement; any specific work (academic or co-academic in nature) shall be conveyed to the tutors during the session. The tutors are supposed to fulfil such requirements as & when they arise. The focus shall always be to increase the satisfaction level of students’& parents.

Remuneration Policy:

1. Nature of Job:

Appointments of tutors will be strictly on contractual basis depending upon the enquiry & demands of Vibrant Academy’s global clients. This will neither be a full-time salaried job nor part-time.

2. Working/Tutoring Hours :

There will no fixed working hours as such. It will depend upon the enquiry & demands of Vibrant Academy’s global clients.

3. Tutors’ Incentive Structure :

The Remuneration (in the form of Incentive) for Vibrant-GOLD Tutors for International Teaching Assignments will vary from country to country.

Terms & Condition of Tutor’s Agreement with Vibrant Academy :

The following are the tentative T&Cs of the proposed agreement. The final T&C shall be according to the signed agreement by the Tutor.

1. This is a assignment/project-based contractual job. This shall not be construed as either full-time or a part-time job.
2. The assignments that tutorswill get under Vibrant-GOLD will be abroad tutoring on one-on-one or one-on-small groups (2/3/4 students).
3. The student to be taught under Vibrant-GOLD will be various international Boards like IB, Cambridge or any other international or national/state Board in respective country.
4. Tutors will be teaching international students in their subject expertise area from their home or institute premises through technology (Live Online Teaching) by using smart technology tools. All technical assistance will be provided by the company.
5. Vibrant-GOLD through its international partners or independently will be acquiring students for international tutoring assignments.
6. The process of student acquisition may include tutor-student-parent interaction followed with demonstration classes before finalization.
7. Apart from teaching according to student’s board/syllabus requirement; tutor will also be responsible for content preparation, testing assignments, evaluation and any other academic requirement of the student.
8. Tutors are supposed to develop their knowledge and understanding of International Boards, academic requirements at international level and any other specific needs of the student to successfully deliver the teaching assignments.
9. Tutors’ communication skills, curriculum understanding, academic preparedness and effective delivery of course content as per course planner and student requirement will be the Key Result Areas (KRAs).
10. Student & parents’ satisfaction, examination grades/results of the student(s) taught by tutors will be the ultimate performance criteria for their continuation in this program.
11. Tutors may voluntarily withdraw from the international assignments under Vibrant-GOLD by giving one-month notice before the completion of the academic session or specific course requirement of the student or students whom they are teaching.
12. In case the tutor resigns from any international project following the due process; the standard policies of this agreement will be applicable. But if the teaching assignments under Vibrant-GOLD are not completed by tutor as mentioned above; the accumulated amount out of tutor’s share/incentive shall be forfeited.
13. Tutor may also be terminated from the international assignments under Vibrant-GOLD at any time on disciplinary grounds or unsatisfactory academic performance etc and in that case the accumulated amount out of their share/incentive shall be forfeited.
14. On the discretion of the management; tutor may also be relieved from international projects under Vibrant-GOLD at the end of academic session or completion of a specific assignment without communicating any reason.
15. Tutor’sincentive/remuneration shall be subject to international & national legal & statutory compliances.
16. Tutors are supposed to maintain confidentiality, professional ethics & integrity while working on international assignments under Vibrant-GOLD.

Role & Responsibilities:

1. Design, prepare and deliver high quality tutoring lessons to suit the individual needs of all students in line with the global curriculum.
2. Assess and monitor student’s progress and provide targets so that all learners can see success and improve.
3. Communicate accurately and on regular basis with parents.
4. Liaise with the reporting authorities to ensure effective delivery of thecurriculumto specified classes including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom.

Process of Tutors’ Recruitment Program (TRP):

1. The Process of TRP will be completely ONLINE.
2. It will be regularly advertised & promoted suitable through Vibrant Website, Social Media Channels and other possible avenues to reach out to the potential candidates.
3. Candidate will be supposed to fill an online form which will be available on Vibrant Academy’s website click here.
4. The candidates shall be short-listed on the basis of their academic background, work experience and our requirement.
5. The short-listed candidates shall beasked to select an available Online Written Test date for his/her assessment based on :
   1. Basic Knowledge Test (BKT) of international boards & major educational systems across the world.
   2. Subject Knowledge Test – As Per the teaching/tutoring subject
6. The candidate shall attemptthe written testdigitally on the date and venue given.
7. If the candidate qualifies the written test (as per Vibrant-GOLD Criteria/standards), he/she will receive a call for submission of a demo video online which will be evaluated by the Vibrant Academy’s Expert Panel.
8. If the demo video is found satisfactory; the candidate may be informed for an online personal interview.
9. Based on successful completion of recruitment process as described above; The candidate will be selected for an online Tutors’ Training Program (TTP) for overseas programs under Vibrant-GOLD as per the TTP structure.
10. On Successful Completion of TTP; the candidate will be eligible to join Vibrant-GOLD as out authorised Tutor

Job Description(JD) and Key Result Areas (KRAs):

1. Knowledge of the subject:

1. To have expert knowledge of the subject area
2. To pursue relevant opportunities to grow professionally and keep up-to-date about the current knowledge and research in the subject area

2. Core teaching:

1. To plan and prepare appropriately the assigned courses and lectures.
2. To conduct assigned classes at the scheduled times.
3. To demonstrate competence in digital classroom as per instructions.
4. To implement the designated curriculum completely and in due time.
5. To plan and implement effective digital classroom management practices
6. To design and implement effective strategies to develop self-responsible/independent learners.
7. To provides opportunities for students to apply and practice what is learned
8. To engage students in creative thinking and integrated or interdisciplinary learning experiences.
9. To adapt instruction/support to students’ differences in development, learning styles, strengths and needs.
10. To maintain a safe, orderly environment conducive to learning.

3. Continuous evaluation &assessment:

1. To define and communicate learning expectations to students.
2. To apply appropriate multiple assessment tools and strategies to evaluate and promote the continuous intellectual development of the students.
3. To assign reasonable assignments and homework to students as per discussion with parents and requirements of students.
4. To evaluate students’ performances in an objective/subjective fair and timely manner.
5. To record and report timely the results of assessments & assignments given to student. Use student assessment data to guide changes in instruction and practice, and to improve student learning.

4. Good behavior:

1. To model honesty, fairness and ethical conduct.
2. To model a caring attitude and promote positive inter-personal relationships.
3. To model correct use of language, oral and written.
4. To foster student self-control &self-discipline.
5. To demonstrate skill when managing student behavior, intervening and resolving discipline problems

Performance Review System of Tutors:

1. For efficient and quality improvement of an educational institute, feedback plays a key role in it.The feedback mechanism helps in catering the weaknesses and further strengthening the strengths.
2. To determine the capabilities of trainees, they will be evaluated by the process of well-defined examination systems and regular teaching demonstrations will be judged by following factors:

Factor A - Comprehensive knowledge in the teaching field

Updated and correct knowledge in their teaching field. The permanent desire to learn more about their own area of expertise (subject matter) and their professional field. The capacity to capitalize on their own experience.

Factor B - Presentation skills

Ease of speaking, ability to juggle with expressions and words and adapt them to the needs of demonstrator. The capacity to maintain the interest of the subject experts, the capacity to keep the attention of the panel.

Factor C - Passion for teaching enthusiasm and vitality.

A genuine love for teaching. The tendency to gather all of their energy and put it in the process of teaching and research.

Factor D – Digital class preparation and management

The capacity of the tutorto convey information in an attractive manner. The use of a plethora of methods meant to increase the degree of efficiency of smart class.

Factor E - Quality of teaching materials

The quality of teaching materials for students. Quality is understood here as curricular innovation, coherence, textual accuracy, logic of subject selection, practical implication, exercises, grading important aspects.

Factor F - Administrative skills

Active implication in human resource management and logistics inside the department/ faculties to attain institution’s objectives.

Factor G - Academic Discipline

Follow course plan &teaching schedule

Factor H - Students & Parents Satisfaction

Factor I - Learning Outcomes

Results during continuous evaluation &assessment

Factor J - Final Results

Performance in the target examination

Vibrant Expert Panel for Tutors’ Recruitment Program (TRP) :

Panel for selection of tutorsfor Vibrant-GOLD will have following composition (To be mentored by Vibrant Edge Division):

Expertise	Name
General Assessment	Mr. Saurabh Sharma
Communication Skills (English Fluency)	Mrs. Archie N. Sharma
Physics	Mr. Vikas Yadav
Chemistry	Mr. Nikhil Sharma
Biology	Mrs. Laxmi Sharma
Mathematics	Mr. Dipesh Panchal

Timeline and Responsibilities:

Last Date of Registration : 9th October 2021
Particulars	Date
Subject Written Test	11 October 2021
Written Test Result	13 October 2021
Teaching Demonstration	18 October 2021
Tutors’ Training Program (TTP)	25 October 2021 Onwards
Tutors’ Readiness for Tutoring Assignments (On-boarding)	08 November 2021 Onwards
NOTE : 7 working days of Tutors’ Training Program (TTP) is recommended for tutors after successful; completion of recruitment process.