Deputy Head Teacher (Middle School) at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

The position

The Deputy Head Teacher (Middle School) will report to the Senior School Head Teacher and work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, department heads, and other staff in ensuring that the highest standards of teaching and learning are practiced throughout the school, with a key focus on the Middle Years Programme (IBMYP, Grades 6 to 8), and in line with the school’s strategic plan.S/he takes on a suitable teaching allocation, has a profound understanding of the needs of students in the relevant age group and the IB Middle Years Programme, ensures the provision of adequate pastoral support for students and is a collaborative, passionate, globally-minded individual with excellent organizational and time-management skills. S/he is able to set and fulfill the highest standards and expectations, is self-motivated, and enthusiastic about the development of students in Grades 6 to 8. S/he possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a sincere commitment to contribute to the work of the Senior Leadership Team.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.)
• 5 years of IB Middle Years’ Programme and/or IB Diploma outstanding teaching experience as well as previous Middle Years’ Programme and/or IB Diploma leadership experience in an IB World School
• Teachers Service Commission Certification

Responsibilities

• Supports the Head of Senior School and provides effective leadership in the development and successful implementation structures and processes that support IBMYP students, especially in grades 6 to 8
• Contributes to the production of a timetable that meets the learning needs of students and the requirements of the MYP
• Ensures adequate pastoral support for students in grades 6 to 8
• Role-models best practices in teaching and learning
• Monitors assessment, reporting and data management
• Contributes to staff performance management, School Policy development and implementation, ongoing professional development and staff recruitment