Direct Aid Association (DAA) implements educational and psychosocial programs at Arabkir MC&ICAH and pediatric department of Haematology hospital. In DAA hospital school the children on inpatient treatment at the hospital are provided with the continuity of education which is organized according to the state curriculum. However, alongside the schoolbooks educational-developmental games and other interactive methods are used. The sessions are organized in groups and individually. DAA also implements a number of social programs for children on treatment and their families. DAA staff closely cooperates with the hospital psychosocial team and medical personnel. DAA also runs Patients’ Family House (PFH) providing accommodation and related services to the patients on treatment in DAA action hospitals from the regions of Armenia.

AREA / SUBJECT OF THE FELLOWSHIP

Special education, child development and educational psychology

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED FELLOWSHİP ACTIVITY

The fellow will work directly with the staff of the organisation by sharing their experience and conducting training courses/sessions on the topics of special education, child development and educational psychology.

EXPECTED PROFILE 

Fellow is expected to have sufficient experience in the fields of special education, educational psychology, preferably art therapy, and child development. Fellow should be able to communicate in English and run training/sessions during the fellowship.

CONDITIONS OF THE FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The organization’s working days are from Monday to Friday, 9.00-17.00. However, we are flexible.

PROPOSED TIME FOR THE FELLOWSHIP

Anytime during the mentioned period except May 2020 will be feasible upon the agreement of the fellow and the host organisation.