Deputy Head Teacher at Kitengela International School

Reporting to the Head Teacher,he will assist the head teacher in providing professional leadership, supervisory and administration support.He/she should be highly competent, result oriented, experienced, dynamic and motivated educational leader with proven track record.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

The duties and responsibilities will include but will not be limited to assisting the School Head in:

• 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.
• 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 and support staff 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 to achieve high levels of team spirit and synergy.
• Handling behavior rectification matters to develop unique, courteous, respectful individuals.
• Building effective relationships with parents, education partners and external stakeholders.
• Managing school operations in the absence of the School Head.
  
  

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Holder of degree or Diploma in Education (P1) or equivalent qualification
• Must have a proven track record in educational leadership including school administration, classroom instruction, lesson plans, pupil assessment and staff development.
• Experience as a Deputy Head Teacher for at least 3 years in a reputable institution.
• 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.
• Demonstrates ability to think and act critically, creatively and independently.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft packages
• Registered with Teacher Service Commission (TSC).