Diploma/ Graduate Teacher at International Fellowship Kenya

Department: Academics

Reports To: Head of Department / Principal

Location: Jan's Senior Academy

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality teaching and learning in English Language and Literature, fostering strong literacy, critical thinking, communication skills, creativity, and appreciation of literature among learners while supporting their holistic development in line with the school’s curriculum and values.

Position Overview

Jan's Senior Academy invites qualified, passionate, and dedicated teachers to apply for the position of English Literature Teacher. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in English Language and Literature, nurturing strong literacy, communication, analytical thinking, and appreciation for literature among learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English and Literature lessons in line with curriculum requirements.
• Teach reading, writing, speaking, listening, and literary analysis effectively.
• Prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, records of work, and instructional materials.
• Set, administer, and mark assessments; maintain accurate learner performance records.
• Provide timely feedback to students and parents on academic progress.
• Maintain classroom discipline and a positive learning environment.
• Promote learner-centered teaching methodologies and integrate ICT in teaching.
• Participate in departmental activities, curriculum development, and co-curricular programs such as debate, public speaking and drama.
• Uphold professionalism, safeguarding, child protection, and school policies.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (English/Literature)
  OR Bachelor’s Degree in English/Literature or related field with PGDE.
• Diploma in Education (Secondary option)
• Registered with the Teachers Service Commission 
• Minimum 2 years experience teaching English and Literature at secondary/senior school level.
• Strong command of the English language and subject content.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and assessment abilities.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and support learners.
• Professional integrity, reliability, and teamwork spirit.
• ICT proficiency and willingness to adopt modern teaching strategies.

Added Advantage

• Merit certificates in co-curricular activities.
• Proven record of improving learner academic performance.