Lead Senior Teacher - Pre-School at Pharo School Nairobi

Duties and Responsibilities 

Teaching and Learning

• Lead and oversee the planning, preparation, and implementation of termly and annual plans, schemes of work, and daily lesson plans across the Pre-School Campus.
• Ensure learning experiences are age-appropriate, play-based, inquiry-driven, and aligned with curriculum expectations and school standards.
• Model excellent teaching practice and support teachers in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Ensure effective differentiation to support varying learner needs, developmental stages, and learning styles.
• Promote language-rich environments and early literacy and numeracy development.
• Support implementation of co-curricular, social-emotional, and enrichment programmes.
• Monitor assessment practices and ensure timely recording and reporting of learner progress.
• Ensure learning evidence, learner portfolios, and assessment records are maintained accurately.
• Prepare and submit monthly campus academic updates, achievements, challenges, and recommendations to the Deputy Head Teacher.

Campus Administration and Staff Management

• Coordinate the day-to-day academic and operational running of the Pre-School Campus.
• Prepare and manage teaching timetables and staff duty schedules for the campus.
• Monitor teacher attendance, punctuality, lesson delivery, and classroom effectiveness.
• Supervise and support all Pre-School teaching staff and teaching assistants.
• Allocate responsibilities based on staff strengths and developmental needs.
• Conduct regular lesson observations and instructional coaching.
• Lead staff meetings and professional reflection sessions.
• Identify teacher professional development needs and coordinate training opportunities.
• Participate in staff appraisal processes, induction, and probation management for new staff.
• Promote professionalism and ensure adherence to school policies and code of conduct.
• Serve as the communication link between school leadership and the Pre-School Campus staff.

Curriculum Implementation and Instructional Leadership

• Lead implementation of the Early Years curriculum and ensure alignment with school expectations and quality standards.
• Monitor curriculum coverage and learner developmental outcomes across all Pre-School classes.
• Ensure classrooms maintain high standards in learning environment setup, learner engagement, and instructional resources.
• Support teachers in lesson planning, classroom management, and child-centred instruction.
• Coordinate procurement and effective use of teaching and learning materials.
• Ensure assessment and reporting practices reflect learner growth and developmental milestones.
• Promote innovation and best practice in Early Childhood education.

Learner Welfare and Child Development

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all learners.
• Oversee learner welfare, behaviour support, guidance, and age-appropriate discipline practices.
• Monitor learner attendance, transitions, and emotional well-being.
• Coordinate safeguarding measures and ensure compliance with child protection procedures.
• Facilitate early identification of learners requiring additional support and coordinate interventions.
• Promote healthy routines, independence, social skills, and positive learner behaviour.

 Parent and Community Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support learner development.
• Coordinate parent communication and engagement initiatives.
• Facilitate parent meetings, workshops, and learner progress discussions.
• Address parent concerns professionally and in collaboration with school leadership.
• Promote a strong school culture and positive campus experience for families.

General

• Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Foster collaboration and sharing of best practices across campuses.
• Support and participate in school activities and events.
• Maintain accurate documentation and campus records.
• Attend staff and leadership meetings as required.
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and all school policies.
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Valid TSC Registration Certificate.
• Minimum 5–7 years teaching experience in Early Years/Pre-School education, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of CBC implementation within Early Years Education.
• STEM experience is an added advantage
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation, and ICT skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coach teaching teams.
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.