Job ID: 292014

English Language Teacher- Primary

Ayang Trust/The Hummingbird School

Location: Majuli, Assam

Apply by: 31 May 2026

Relevant Sectors

Private Sector, Corporate Social Responsibility

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

Position: English Language Teacher- Primary
Location: The Hummingbird School, Majuli, Assam
Joining: End of May or beginning of June, 2026
CTC: Up to 4.8 LPA based on the skills and experience
Type: Full-time, On-site

About us
Ayang Trust is a social purpose organization working towards building the ecosystem for sustainable self empowered communities in Northeast India through interventions in quality education and livelihoods. At the heart of the organization is The Hummingbird School started in January 2017 to provide a contextual and holistic education to the children of Majuli, set up completely in partnership with the local community. Ayang grew out of the various and urgent needs of the people of Majuli and was registered in November 2017 and has since expanded its work into a diverse range of development programs.
Ayang Trust is guided by the values of integrity, equity, excellence, love, and collaboration. We envision a world where everyone has a choice to live a life of love, dignity, and purpose irrespective of conditions at birth.
The Opportunity
Ayang Trust is seeking a Language Teacher - English for the primary section at The Hummingbird School. We are looking for a dedicated and passionate educator with a deep enthusiasm for early language development to design and deliver engaging and effective English language learning programs for young learners. This role requires creativity, commitment, and a strong belief in nurturing a lifelong love for language and communication in children.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement a comprehensive and age-appropriate English language curriculum aligned with the school's educational vision and goals.
Foster literacy development across reading, writing, speaking, and listening through creative, interactive, and student-centered teaching methods.
Assess students' progress regularly and design individualized learning plans to address their unique strengths and challenges.
Cultivate a love for language through storytelling, games, projects, and experiential learning activities that inspire curiosity and exploration.
Utilize diverse teaching tools and resources to make learning accessible and enjoyable for all students.
Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages students to express themselves confidently in English.
Organize and lead language-related events such as reading clubs, storytelling sessions, and language competitions.
Participate in school-wide initiatives and contribute to collaborative discussions and decision-making processes related to language education.
Support fellow teachers by integrating language development strategies across subjects.
Key Role Requirements:
Patient, empathetic, and deeply committed to students' holistic growth and learning.
Passionate about working with young children and fostering their academic and emotional development.
Skilled in creating inclusive, engaging, and culturally responsive classroom experiences.
Dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and respect through language education.
Flexible and adaptive in teaching approaches to cater to varied learning needs.
Collaborative, with the ability to work effectively within a team of educators and school staff.
Strong communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
Committed to equity and justice, grounded in love and compassion.

Qualifications:
A Master's degree in Education, English, Linguistics or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in teaching language or literacy at the primary school level.
Strong knowledge of child language development and age-appropriate teaching strategies.
Experience in creating and delivering language programs that cater to diverse learning needs.
Excellent communication skills in English.
Creative, innovative, and passionate about fostering a love for language in young learners.
Strong organizational and planning skills.

Why Join Us:
Ayang Trust offers a unique opportunity for individuals to immerse themselves in meaningful, community-rooted work. Here's what you can expect:
A nurturing environment where team members feel secure, respected, and empowered to grow.
The freedom to bring your ideas to life and contribute meaningfully to our evolving work.
A team that thrives on experimentation, creativity, and continuous shared learning.
The chance to work closely with rural communities and contribute to long-term, sustainable change.
A culture of peer support, reflection, and values-driven mentorship that encourages both personal and professional development.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, kindly submit your resume to people@ayang.org.in (cc-ing hummingbird@ayang.org.in), using the subject line: "Application- English Language Teacher-Primary".

Application Deadline:
The deadline for submitting applications is 28th May, 2026. Please note that incomplete applications and those received after the specified date will not be considered. This will be a rolling recruitment process; therefore, interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest.

Selection Process:
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email. Applications that do not meet the required qualifications and competencies will not be considered.

The selection process will consist of the following stages:
Shortlisting-Pre work assignment-Interview(Round One)-Interview (Round two if required)

Job Email ID:

people(at)ayang.org.in