AECF Challenge

Zainab pairs her class in Abuja with another class in South Africa. They co-host weekly Zoom debates and even do cultural “show and tell.” Students now look forward to Fridays more than ever.

What role is Zainab playing?

• Debate coach

• Virtual exchange facilitator

• History teacher

• Language instructor

After noticing students often miss school due to traffic, Bisi designs a model where core subjects are taught in-person three days a week, and enrichment classes happen online on the other two days. Parents love the flexibility.

Which career path is Bisi leaning toward?

• Hybrid school Model Developer

• Education inspector

• Guidance Counsellor

• Policy advisor

Uche doesn’t create his own lessons but gathers the best podcasts, YouTube clips, and simulations for each unit. Teachers say his curated resources save them hours of prep time.

Which role describes Uche?

• Phonics Tutor

• Literacy Teacher

• Learning resources curator

• Tech enhanced Librarian

Fatima designs lessons on human rights, climate change, and cultural respect. Her students host a “Mini UN Assembly” where each represents a different country.

What career niche suits Fatima?

• Global citizenship Educator

• Community advocate

• Government educator

• Geography tutor

Amina realises parents are often left out of their children’s learning journey. She starts a “Parents as Partners” WhatsApp group where she shares tips, voice notes, and invites parents to join project showcases.

Which niche fits Amina best?

• Learning experience librarian

• PTA chairman

• Parents engagement Specialist

• Educational curator

After discovering one of her students struggles because of displacement from a crisis, Shade adjusts lessons with calm routines, safe spaces, and check-ins. She begins training other teachers on how to handle learners with trauma.

What role is Shade taking on?

• SEN Teacher

• Career coach

• Psychology specialist

• Trauma-informed Educator

Esther encourages students to document their projects on Google Sites and Canva instead of paper folders. Soon, learners are showing digital portfolios to scholarship boards.

Which role is Esther exploring?

• Curriculum Reviewer

• Digital online coach

• Computer tutor

• Digital portfolio coach

Ifeanyi sets up a small community centre with free Wi-Fi, books, and laptops. He manages schedules, brings in volunteers, and ensures learners from underserved areas have a safe place to study after school.

Which role suits Ifeanyi best?

• Science STEM teacher

• Learning Hub Manager

• STEM program assistant

• Kids tech specialist

Rather than just presenting spreadsheets, Chidera turns test scores into colourful charts and infographics that even parents understand. She shows teachers how numbers tell stories.

Which niche fits Chidera?

• Educational Statistician

• Educational data storyteller

• Educational exam officer

• Data Principal

Ade creates a children’s YouTube channel where math and science are taught through songs, cartoons, and comedy skits. His channel gains thousands of subscribers.

Which career path describes Ade?

• Edutainment coach

• Performing Art

• Edutainment Producer

• Edutainer