Education & Curriculum Specialist - Volunteer

Education & Curriculum Specialist – Volunteer

Afrikindness seeks an Education Specialist to join the Executive Board, supporting the development and delivery of education projects in the UK and overseas.

As an educator, you will help shape Afrikindness’s public image, raising awareness of mental health challenges children face, fostering empathy, combating bullying, hatred, racism, and promoting intentional kindness across young people.

• Develop KS1, KS2, and KS3 curriculum that promotes positive racial identity development and cultural awareness.
• Support UK and global teams with research and administration for education initiatives.
• Coordinate teachers and content writers for project launches across the UK and Africa.
• Represent Afrikindness at global education events.
• Collaborate with the CEO, Board of Trustees, marketing & training consultants, and the research team to create data‑backed, visually compelling teaching resources.

• Experience developing curriculum for KS1–KS3 and educational content on kindness.
• Proficient in CASEL/SEL frameworks.
• Strong understanding of ethnic minorities’ experiences in the UK and advocacy for inclusive education.
• Experience creating training content for UK teachers.
• Experience building relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., DFE).
• Background in education sector – teacher, educator, or specialist.

• Excellent communication and engagement skills for recruiting new teachers.
• Ability to establish and maintain internal and external partnerships.
• Knowledge of schools’ and young students’ social and emotional needs.

• Passionate about improving children’s and young people’s lives through education.
• Senior management experience in education.
• Experience working with children/young people in an educational environment.
• Familiar with diverse learning methodologies and teaching pedagogies.
• Skilled in curriculum design, writing, and assessment.
• Proactive, organized, and experienced in team management.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.

• Commitment to the organization.
• Willingness to devote necessary time and effort.
• Creative thinking.
• Effective teamwork and aspiration to become an Executive board member.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to Afrikindness values.

Not applicable.

Volunteer.

Education and Training.

Non‑profit Organization.