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Tutor

LocationMaicao, La Guajira, Colombia
LevelEntry
Posted1d ago
Education & Training

Quick answer

Save the Children is hiring an entry-level Tutor in Maicao, Colombia, to reduce school dropout among at-risk children through academic and emotional support, paying Not specified.

Role
Tutor
Organization
Save the Children
Location
Maicao, La Guajira, Colombia
Level
Entry
Category
Education & Training

The role

The Tutor will implement activities in communities and educational institutions in Maicao, Colombia, to reduce school dropout among at-risk children through academic and emotional support, and promote gender equality and environmental education.

What you'll do

  • Plan and carry out proposed activities for children, girls, and adolescents in prioritized communities and educational institutions.
  • Lead community sensitization and socialization processes.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and follow up on activities to consolidate information, measure impact, and meet indicators.
  • Support the identification of protection needs for children, girls, and adolescents affected by migration, conflict, and violence.
  • Encourage community participation in project-proposed activities.
  • Support and promote child protection, safeguarding, and safety measures for project participants.

What it takes

  • Technical, normalista, technician, or student of at least the sixth semester in pedagogy, social work, psychology, sociology, human or social sciences, or related fields.
  • Availability to reside in Maicao and willingness to travel to other municipalities in the department and other cities in the country as required by projects and national-level actions.
  • Minimum 6 months of professional experience in working with children and adolescents.
  • Good knowledge of children's rights and related issues.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to quickly build relationships with a wide range of people.

What you'll bring

Experience in working with children and adolescents as a Tutor or TeacherAbility to communicate with children from different cultural backgroundsAbility to work in difficult contextsGood knowledge of children's rights and related issuesStrong communication skills both oral and writtenLeadership skills

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Maicao, La Guajira, Colombia.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include experience in working with children and adolescents, good knowledge of children's rights, and strong communication skills.

How do I apply?

Applications must be submitted from September 9 to September 14, 2026, until 23:59. Applications received after the deadline or sent to a different department will not be accepted.

How to apply

Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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