Peepul Fellowship

Peepul

Peepul

New Delhi, Delhi, India
Posted on Feb 13, 2026

Job Description

About Peepul

Peepul is an education-focused non-profit dedicated to transforming India’s public school system by building high-engagement classrooms that improve student attendance and learning outcomes. Peepul partners with state governments to design and implement large-scale systemic reforms through teacher training, education policy support, and accountability structures. Currently, Peepul operates eight large-scale programmes across Delhi and Madhya Pradesh, impacting nearly 5 million students and over 60,000 teachers across 50,000+ schools.

About Fellowship

The Peepul Fellowship is a two-year, full-time immersive programme designed to develop a new generation of early years and primary educators for India’s public schools. Fellows will receive intensive training, classroom immersion, coaching, and mentorship to build foundational teaching skills, implement evidence-based instructional practices, and create inclusive classrooms that support diverse learners.

Fellows will work in Grades K–5 classrooms (ages 3–10) in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) partner schools, contributing directly to student learning while developing as reflective, inclusive, and effective educators.

The Fellowship Journey

Teaching & Classroom Engagement

  • Co-teach and support classroom instruction in early years and primary grades.
  • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons using evidence-based instructional strategies.
  • Support diverse learners, including children with special education needs, through differentiated and inclusive teaching practices.
  • Build a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes student engagement and learning.

Training & Professional Development

  • Participate in intensive pre-service training (Summer Institute), orientation, and ongoing in-service training sessions.
  • Engage in continuous coaching, feedback cycles, and reflective practice to strengthen teaching effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with school teachers, peers, and programme staff to improve instructional practices.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Participate in school and community engagement activities to understand student contexts and strengthen learning environments.
  • Work closely with school leaders, teachers, and programme teams to support school-level initiatives.

Programme Participation & Growth

  • Demonstrate professional conduct, resilience, and adaptability in challenging classroom environments.
  • Actively contribute to the Fellowship cohort community and collaborative learning culture.
  • At the end of Year 1, participate in a purpose-checking and assessment process to determine pathways for Year 2 (continued teaching or transition to programme roles such as curriculum design, teacher training, policy implementation, or programme operations).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum age: 21 years.
  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (teaching experience not required).
  • Full-time commitment for the two-year Fellowship duration (June 2026 – May 2028).
  • Proficiency in Hindi and English for classroom and stakeholder communication.
  • Willingness to work in public schools and participate in training, school placements, and community activities.

Preferred Attributes

  • Strong commitment to education and working with children.
  • Growth mindset and openness to learning, feedback, and mentorship.
  • Empathy, humility, and professionalism in engaging with students, schools, and communities.
  • Persistence and resilience in dynamic classroom environments.
  • Interest in inclusive education and supporting children with diverse learning needs, including special education needs (SEN).
  • Alignment with Peepul’s mission, values, and public-system focus.

Programme Structure & Timeline

  • Application Launch: 11 February 2026
  • Application Deadline: 28 February 2026
  • Fellowship Start Date: 1 June 2026
  • Fellowship End Date: 10 May 2028

The Fellowship includes orientation, a four-week Summer Institute, classroom immersion, ongoing coaching, and professional development throughout the programme.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Monthly stipend for the duration of the Fellowship.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Mental wellness benefits, including virtual therapy sessions and wellness programmes.
  • Paid leave including national, regional, and school holidays, along with emergency and compassionate leave.

Selection Process

  1. Application Screening
  2. Telephonic Conversation
  3. Virtual Interview
  4. Demo Round and Final In-person Interview

Career Pathways

  • After Year 1, Fellows may continue teaching in schools or transition into Peepul programme roles such as curriculum design, teacher training, programme operations, and policy implementation.
  • Post-Fellowship, Fellows may apply for long-term roles within Peepul or pursue opportunities across the education sector.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the application form and submit a CV and cover letter detailing their academic background and motivation to join the Fellowship.