Elementary School Teacher Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Elementary School Teacher Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
About Our Client: Our client is a Christian international school based in Nairobi, Kenya. The school inspires and equips each student to develop their God-given gifts for Christ-like service in the world community.
Based on the North American Curriculum (AP), it has students from different nationalities.
It has Accreditation and Memberships including: Middle States Association (MSA), Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), Advanced Placement (AP), AP/College Board, and Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA), Child Safety Protection Network (CSPN)
About the Role
Location:
Nairobi
Level:
Professional
Load:
Full time
Service Period:
One-year Contract
Responsible to:
School Principal
Nature and Scope:
To provide the instruction necessary to facilitate positive growth in all students and to ensure the development of their God given gifts for Christ-like service in the world community.
Professional Qualifications
Demonstrate commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
Exhibit a continuing sense of God’s calling to service.
Demonstrate a respect for diversity of culture.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the diversity of the body of Christ.
Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited post-secondary university.
Hold a valid teaching certificate from an authorized governmental agency in North America and/or the Association of Christian Schools International.
Give evidence of two years of successful teaching experience in a North American school setting.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrate the ability to use technology for word processing, data management and communications.
Demonstrate a life congruent with the Basic Tenets of the school.
Previous international travel and/or teaching experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Modeling & Leadership
Model a personal commitment to Christ and Christian living.
Strive to inspire others to Christian commitment and living.
Maintain a positive Christian spiritual environment.
Consistently model professionalism.
Follow the Matthew 18 principle in resolving conflict when dealing with students, parents, staff and administration.
Exhibit characteristics of being a lifelong learner.
Maintain a positive classroom environment focused on growth and excellence.
Provide leadership that ensures all activities of the classroom are congruent with the school vision and mission
Curriculum and Instruction
Ensure instruction and assessments are in alignment with the curriculum and the mission of the school.
Use a variety of instructional and assessment strategies within the classroom that fully supports the curriculum and mission of the school.
Regularly review curriculum guides and plan lessons that lead to fulfillment of course priorities and goals.
Relate subject matter to Christian life and Biblical teaching.
Create a classroom environment that is pleasant, culturally sensitive
and nurturing.
Incorporate appropriate technology to support the fulfillment of lesson objectives.
Supervision
Implement an effective classroom management/discipline program that promotes effective student learning.
Supervise any teacher assistants or volunteers as assigned.
Provide supervision of students at school activities.
Teaching Duties
Maintain accurate and timely entry of records regarding attendance, discipline, grades and textbooks.
Communicate student progress as scheduled and/or needed.
Arrange for field trips that extend or apply classroom learning.
Review/practice emergency procedures.
Maintain and request textbooks, materials and supplies each school year.
Alert responsible personnel of classroom repair needs.
Bring effective closure to each school year and complete the End-of-Year Checklist.
Perform school-related duties as requested or assigned by administrators that enhance the “student life,” mission and vision of the school which may require work beyond the typical school day.
Communication & Collaboration
Maintain an attitude of openness and desire for communication
Ensure effective communication with parents and students
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, and parents and follow the Matthew 18 principle in resolving conflict with others
Collaborate with other teachers in the on-going articulation and evaluation of curriculum, seeking curricular integration
Attend and participate in school meetings
Serve on committees to support the overall school programs
Professional Development
Annually submit a written list of professional goals to the Principal and Director of Teaching and Learning.
Participate in scheduled in-service, curriculum planning and professional development activities.
Seek performance feedback from colleagues, parents and students as part of self-evaluation.
Remain abreast of current developments in technology, learning, and instructional theory.
Take ownership of professional goals and development.
Key skills and competencies
always Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high professional standards
within the school and community.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to deal with clients effectively on phone mail or in person.
Have excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Proficiency in Ms Office applications.
High level of integrity.
Ability to cope with change and be willing to learn new relevant skills.
How to Apply
Send applications to: recruitment@linkarkconsultants.com by 17th January, 2019
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