A- Level English Teacher at Kitengela International School

Job Summary;

• The overall purpose of this job is to provide students with a safe and inclusive learning environment by designing and implementing appropriate learning instructions and activities that align with the curriculum and manage overall student discipline.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the behavior of students in the classroom, on school grounds, and on educational trips;
• Conduct daily inspection of the learners to ensure that they do not bring illegal substances school;
• Plan and develop an engaging, course of study in the classroom, adhere to educational best practices and school curriculum guidelines;
• Design and deliver individual lesson plans in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learning styles;
• Preparation of schemes of work for the term aligned to the syllabus and submit to the
• HOD, Quality Assurance and Head of School for approval;
• Preparation of syllabus coverage reports and submit them to the HODs for review;
• Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluate, correct, and grade student performance;
• Discuss academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise, escalate when further intervention is required;
• Monitor students’ progress throughout the year and evaluate preparedness for transition to the next level as appropriate;
• Communicate progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or Head of School;
• Build and maintain positive relationship with leaners, parents and colleagues;
• Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors;
• Maintain required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records;
• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff;
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars;
• Ensure that the learners adhere to the school rules and regulations;
• Ensure that the learners have to well-groomed and presentable;
• Be the link between the learners, school management and the parents on matters of communication, discipline and academics;
• Timely communication of the school calendar and upcoming eventsto the relevant stakeholders;
• Organize and coordinate class excursions, events and trips;
• Participate in the coordination and coaching of learners in extra-curricular activities;
• Consultation with parents on cases of indiscipline and deterioration of performance so as to ensure the due process is followed before a decision or recommendation is arrived; and
• Any other responsibilities assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (English and Literature) from a recognized institution
• Must be registered with the Teacher Service Commission (TSC) and professional development qualifications in Edexcel /CAIE
• Minimum of 2 years of handling A level in an international school

Desired Competencies and Attributes

• Must have ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate departmental goals
• Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and work under strict deadlines.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills to work with students, parents, fellow teachers and administrators
• Must demonstrate ability to create and teach effective lesson plansrelated to the subject
• Must demonstrate subject matter expertise to teach the topics effectively
• Must have knowledge of behavior management strategiesto keep students engaged and learning
• Must demonstrate Strong organizational and time management skills
• Must be Creative and with engaging presentation skills
• Must be confident in using technology to enhance student learning
• Must be resourceful and be able to teach effectively given the available resources and student skill levels
• Must be results-oriented with the ability to deliver desired outcome.