Primary School Head Teacher Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Primary School Head Teacher Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
A prestigious private kindergarten & primary school located in South B, Nairobi is looking for a self-driven, energetic, competent, and motivated educational leader who will provide professional, supervisory and administrative leadership for the school.
School Head Teacher
Reporting to the School Director, the School Head teacher will be responsible for leadership, supervisory and management of the school both at Kindergarten and Primary.
He/she will be responsible for driving the school growth initiatives and new markets.
The candidate will define the responsibilities and accountability of staff members and oversee the plans for interpreting the school curriculum.
Job Responsibilities
Ensuring the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all
Building a strong and cohesive culture that is supported by effective systems and structures
Lead the development and implementation of teaching approaches, methodologies and schemes of work
Setting targets and goals for school staff through a participative process
Providing regular feedback to colleagues in a way that recognizes good practice and supports their progress against professional and performance management objectives
Conducting annual reviews based on standards of leadership, teaching and learning in specific areas of responsibility.
Monitoring coverage of the syllabus, quality of teaching and effectiveness of learning outcomes
Ensuring teachers have all necessary working resources required in undertaking their responsibilities
Providing leadership in guiding the various co-curricular activities and school-based events
Working closely with senior school management/Directors to achieve high levels of team spirit and synergy
Handling behaviour rectification matters to develop unique, courteous, respectful individuals.
Maintain high level of discipline in the school for both teachers and students
Building effective relationships with parents, education
partners and external stakeholders.
Managing school operations
Key Qualifications and Experience
Holder of degree or Diploma in Education (P1) or equivalent qualification
Minimum 5 years relevant working experience in a school set up, 2 years of which should have been in a leadership position. Experience as a Senior Teacher or Head of department will be an added advantage
Demonstrate proven track record in educational leadership including school administration, classroom instruction, lesson plans, student assessment and staff development.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enables open communication with parents, teachers and learners.
A self-motivated, energetic person who enjoys working in a busy and dynamic working environment.
The flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures with good coaching and mentoring skills
Demonstrates ability to think and act critically, creatively and independently
Pro-active, mature and committed individual who can work with minimum supervision
Computer proficiency in Microsoft packages
Registration with Teacher Service Commission (TSC).
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements, kindly send your resume to info@globalhuntassociates.com for consideration.
Kindly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Please also indicate your current and expected salary.
Applications should reach us no later than 14th August, 2019.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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