Vacancies at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

Role Summary:

Providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to learn and grow in order to enhance early development of children, fostering a love for learning and supporting their social and emotional well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to support the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and independence.
• Provide a variety of learning experiences, including play-based activities, group discussions, and individualized instruction, to cater to the diverse needs and learning styles of children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to promote open communication and collaboration.
• Monitor and assess each child's progress and development, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to parents on a regular basis.
• Support children in developing essential skills, such as language and communication, problem-solving, fine and gross motor skills, and social interactions.
• Promote good behavior and discipline through positive reinforcement techniques and age-appropriate classroom rules and expectations.
• Encourage the development of independence and self-help skills, such as toileting, dressing, and eating.
• Plan and organize field trips, events, and special activities that enhance the curriculum and provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences.
• Stay updated on current early childhood education practices and trends by attending professional development workshops, conferences, and continuing education courses.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Holder of ECDE Diploma or Degree.
• Swimming Skills Level 1 Certificate. or Diploma in Physical Education.
• Must be registered with Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
• At least 3 years' teaching experience in Nursery School.
• Be conversant with the new Competency Based Curriculum.

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Role Summary:

The Biology & Chemistry Teacher will be responsible to:

• Provide an appropriately broad, balanced and differentiated learning experience for students as per the national curriculum’s aims and curriculum policies.
• Ensure commitment to the ethos and set of values to secure high-quality learning, effective use of resources and improvement in standards of learning and achievement for all students.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding the curriculum and developing schedules, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students cover the required content.
• Preparing and delivering lessons that are stimulating and clear.
• Educating students on lab safety and ensuring all experiments are carried out responsibly.
• Setting up tests, assignments, experiments, and grading students fairly.
• Ensuring appropriate resources and consultation times are available to students.
• Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other continuing education programs.
• Informing and preparing students for science fairs and expos.
• Handling various administration functions, which include updating student records and keeping track of lab supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place.
• May be a class teacher.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education Sciences.
• At least 3 years' teaching experience.
• Must be registered with Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
• Be conversant with the new Competency Based Curriculum.
• Working knowledge of MS – office computer applications.