Careers at Makini High School

Job description

The purpose of this job is to effectively carry out the administrative and academic duties required by the Class Teacher and Principal, and to support the Class Teacher with the academic enrichment of Makini’s pre-school student. 

• Endeavour to maintain and develop the ethos of the school.
• Assist the Class teacher to ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment
• and reporting meet Makini standards.
• Prepare the learners’ work and materials beforehand as required by the Class teacher.
• Assist in overseeing students in non-classroom/outdoor activities like lunch, recess, games etc.
• To ensure that Classroom is tidy at all times and assist with the serving of meals.
• Assist with the bathroom breaks for the learners.
• Carry out supervisory duties as required like taking learners to the bus in the afternoon and receiving them in the morning.
• Be present for and assist with School expeditions.
• Assist the Class Teacher to ensure prompt and regular attendance of students and report any absence to the Principal and/or the Class Teacher timeously.
• Taking over teaching duties as when required by the Principal.
• Always promote professionalism by keeping time, keeping to a dress code suited for the work environment and delivering excellent performance.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Principal, Deputy Principal or member of the School management team.
• Preparation of learners’ books and materials and any other class duties as directed by the Class teacher and Principal.
• Achieve and maintain hygiene standards as required by the Class teacher.
• Cordial relationship with all stakeholders.

Minimum requirements

• ECD Degree or in pursuit of one or its equivalent from a recognized College/ University/ Institution
• Be a registered TSC member

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Job Purpose: 

Actively encourage and facilitate the formation of each student’s moral character, unique skills, capacities and talents through continuous improvement in ensuring quality education.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Endeavour to maintain and develop the ethos of the school in accordance with the directions given by the Directors and subject thereto, the directions given by the Principal.
• Teach a class of students and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet their varying learning and social needs.
• Contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and the Directors.
• Ensure that the agreed conditions of employment for school teachers are met.
• Implement agreed school policies and guidelines in consultation with the Principal.
• Support initiatives decided by the Principal and other staff.
• Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all students through differentiation of tasks.
• Be able to set clear targets based on prior attainment for student’ learning.
• Provide a stimulating classroom environment where resources can be accessed appropriately by all students.
• Keep appropriate and efficient records of work, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning.
• Report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of students.
• Maintain good order and discipline amongst students in accordance with the school’s behavior policy.
• Participate in meetings which relate to the school’s management, curriculum, administration as well as organization.
• Lead, organize and direct support staff within the classroom.
• Participate in the performance management system for effective service delivery.
• Attend staff meetings, seminars and co-curricular events that are associated with the school curriculum.
• Carry out supervisory duties as required.
• Assist with out-of-school activities as may be needed from time to time.
• Ensure prompt and regular attendance of students and report any absence to the Principal or Deputy Principal in good time.
• Promote a professional image of self as a teacher.
• Always dress appropriately as a professional and uphold the school’s image.
• Undertake such duties that may be reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties of the post. Any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Principal, Deputy Principal or any other senior management staff

Minimum requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Education degree (Education) option or its equivalent from a recognized University/ Institution
• Be a registered TSC member
• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a recognized school