Jobs at Aga Khan Academy

Job Summary

The teacher of Physics will be responsible for effective delivery of lessons and raising the standards of student achievement in higher level Physics, monitoring, and supporting student progress as well as supervising Internal Assessment, Personal Project, and Extended Essay. The Teacher will join an experienced team of IB educators in the Physics department.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a passion for Physics that serves to motivate and encourage students to attain their personal best.
• Design engaging learning and assessment activities that develop deep understanding.
• Support students to be confident thinkers in a safe learning environment.
• Monitor and track student progress.
• Act as a Personal Project and Extended Essay supervisor.
• Act as a form tutor/mentor to guide and support a small group of students
• Contribute to the development of enrichment / co-curricular and experiential activities.
• Participate in the residential programme and service-learning experiences for students.

The requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with teaching qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience teaching Physics at IB DP and MYP Level
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of high expectations for teachers and students.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in relating to parents, students, and other teachers
• Willingness to engage with faculty members across the grade 1–12 continuum.
• Inspire and motivate students gain a deeper appreciation for Physics.
• Bolster academic attainment at both the MYP and DP, with particular attention being paid to students’ achievement in Physics.

Job Expires: 20-Apr-2022

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Job Summary

The teacher of MYP Digital Design/DP Computer Studies will be responsible for effective delivery of lessons and raising the standards of student achievement in Digital Design/Computer Studies, monitoring, and supporting student progress as well as supervising Internal Assessment, Personal Project, and Extended Essay. The Teacher will join an experienced team of IB educators in the Arts department.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Model and promote the IB learner profile
• Teach across a range of ages and abilities in both the Middle School Digital design (6th -10th) and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) 
• Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for all students in line with current best practices and the ethos of the academy.
• Plan, develop and implement high-quality lessons within the within broad, balanced, and differentiated Design curriculum and IB lesson plan template using a variety of approaches 
• Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work 
• Collaborate closely with the Department Head and IB Coordinator to co-plan, update, and align units and linear plans across the Computer Science and IB curriculum
• Contribute to the development of curriculum (the production and ongoing review of units), ensuring both diversity and inclusivity are incorporated into student learning experiences. 
• Meet school-wide timelines related to student grading and reporting parent/staff communication 
• Demonstrate and keep current with IB professional development opportunities to implement course changes when necessary. 
• Attend staff meetings and participate in collaborative planning as required
• Supervise students for the Extended Essay as required
• Carry out additional activities, as requested, in line with the general expectations of this job description Professionalism, Disposition, and Skills 
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. 
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently
• Commitment to personal learning and exhibit a growth mindset 
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and as well as reflective practitioner

The requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
• Classroom teacher certification/qualification to teach the relevant grade levels and with another subject
• Candidate must be proficient in HTML, CSS, Javascript, PYTHON, PHP, and any other coding languages
• A minimum of 3 years of recent and relevant experience in a comparable school environment 
• Prior experience teaching IB or an advanced level Computer Science course/s is an advantage but not essential. 
• IT competence and experience as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of the databases and other teaching applications.

Job Expires 20-Apr-2022

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Key responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership through building a high-performance, culturally diverse team, committed to achieving the vision of the school and ongoing school improvement
• Manage the school efficiently and effectively by ensuring compliance in curriculum and examination systems; staff management appraisal; compensation and professional development; students’ discipline; budget and finance; parental & community relations; school operations among others.
• Provide policy guidance on relevant issues regarding AKESK and abide by the code of conduct of AKDN and AKESK
• Build relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observe proper boundaries appropriate to the profession.
• Uphold the obligation to give account and accept responsibility OR establish and sustain professional working relationship with those responsible for governance.
• Forge constructive relationships beyond the school, working in partnership with parents, the local and wider community.
• Ensure the safety of students and staff through effective approaches to safeguarding their welfare.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider education system.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Education, or Bachelors of Science or Bachelors of Arts Degree (Upper Second-Class Honors) with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from a recognized university.
• Master of Education in Leadership and Management will be an added advantage.
• Working Knowledge of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Examination Preparedness, Content Assessment and Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) curriculum.
• 5 years of leadership experience with noticeable achievements in leading reputable schools.
• Track record of achieving results.
• Experience in managing a school/(s), budgeting and finance, including fee collections.
• Present evidence of involvement in facilitation and or participation in professional development.
• Should have thorough knowledge of legal aspects within education management especially Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Education, Employment, Children’s Health and Safety Acts in addition to other Acts that relate to Education and Children.
• Excellent Team Building Skills and proven experience in leading, motivating and empowering people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Job Expires 08-Apr-2022