Vacancies at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

Role Summary

It is the role of the Teacher Librarian to manage the day-to-day operations of the library. The Teacher Librarian is also responsible for teaching a library and research based class for the students in grades 1 to 5. Teacher Librarians are responsible for all aspects of the planning, preparation and delivery, and evaluating resource based programs for every student in the allocated classes. The Teacher Librarian shall work collaboratively with staff to deliver a supportive and engaging curriculum with inquiry at the centre of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with library staff and classroom teachers in planning, teaching and learning in the PYP.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure information literacy skills and processes are integrated into curriculum based learning experiences.
• Model and encourage 21st Century collaborative learning behaviours, fully utilising available web technologies.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge and interest in new and emerging technologies.
• Support the teachers in maintaining a positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote and foster a culture of reading for enjoyment.
• Maintain the library as a centre of learning and inquiry for the school.
• Planning the library programme integrated with the overall school curricula.
• Developing a plan to evaluate the library programme in line with the curricula expectations.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Library and Information Science plus a teaching qualification.
• Proficiency in current technologies including but not limited to Microsoft Office packages.
• 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• TSC Certificate.
• Experience of teaching in a school environment.

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ROLE SUMMARY

• The Head Teacher will demonstrate high standards of professional conduct, be a visionary leader who will exercise ethical and moral leadership to steer the school to be a Nursery of choice in Kisumu County. S/he will be expected to improve the position of the school in the market through enhancing the holistic early years academic, co-curricular, sports and programmes as well as developing a school culture that emphasizes inclusivity, pluralism and excellence.
• S/he will be required to provide leadership and support to all the students and staff, monitor and drive performance against set targets and key performance indicators.  S/he will be fully responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school.

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 assessment systems; staff management appraisal; compensation and professional development; students’ welfare; 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, 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.
• Carry out other tasks in line with this role and as specified by the Chief Executive Officer from time to time.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood (Upper Second-Class Honors) from a recognized University.
• Registered with Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
• Working Knowledge of 5 years in leadership experience in Early Years school with noticeable achievements in leading reputable Nursery Schools.
• Experience in managing a school(s), budgeting and finance matters, including fee collections.
• Present evidence of involvement in facilitation and or participation in professional development.
• 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.