The Service Learning program is a methodology of learning through experience and service. This program offers young people the development of new values and skills such as: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, social skills, decision making, leadership and raises self-confidence and awareness of active citizenship. The Service Learning program operates through the opening of Super Volunteer Clubs in all municipalities of Kosovo, which brings together teachers, mentors, youth and the community.
TOKA has implemented the Service Learning program for 5 years and so far in this program, have been created over 150 Super Teachers and Super Mentors, 81 Super Volunteer clubs have been formed, over 2,500 young people aged 12-17 have been involved and implemented over 200 projects for the benefit of the community.
The Service Learning program targets two main categories: Super Teachers and Super Mentors!
What are the requirements to become a SUPER Teacher?
– To be a primary or secondary school teacher of grades 6-12;
– To be a public or private school teacher;
– Find a colleague who wants to be part of the program. The application must be made separately by you and your colleague, mentioning each other’s name on the application form;
– Have the motivation and enthusiasm to provide an attractive experience for your students;
– Be open in reinforcing new and modern teaching methods;
– Willingness to implement projects that improve the school or neighborhood near your school;
– Participate in the 6-day Service Learning training held during the month of August;
– To lead a club of 15-25 people, with young people aged 12-17.
What are the requirements to become a SUPER Mentor?
– To be 17 years old and to be a Super Volunteer or Super Citizen, active or having been part of TOKA clubs during the past years;
– Find a friend who wants to be part of the program. The application must be made separately by you and your friend, mentioning each other’s name in the application form;
– To be a student of the faculty of education or psychology;
– Find a colleague from the same department who wants to be part of the program. The application must be made separately by you and your colleague, mentioning each other’s name on the application form;
– Willingness to work with young people, contribute and improve your community;
– Willingness to acquire new skills in working with young people, in project management and facilitation techniques;
– Participate in the 6-day training of Service Learning held during the month of August;
– To lead a club of 15-25 people, with young people aged 12-17.
Until when can I apply?
The application deadline is May 22, 2022.
Where can I apply?
If you also want to be part of the largest network of teachers and mentors in the country, apply at the relevant link, depending on your profile:
To apply for the SUPER Teacher, click here
To apply for the SUPER Mentor, click here
All applicants who have passed the application phase will be notified via email during the month of June!
This project is supported by the European Union Office in Kosovo, through the European Institute for Democracy and Human Rights – EIDHR.
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