English Teacher (A-Level)

Job Summary;

The overall purpose of this job is to provide students with a safe and inclusive learning environment by designing and implementing appropriate learning instructions and activities that align with the curriculum and manage overall student discipline.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Supervise the behavior of students in the classroom, on school grounds, and on educational trips;
•  Conduct daily inspection of the learners to ensure that they do not bring illegal substances school;
•  Plan and develop an engaging, course of study in the classroom, adhere to educational best practices and school curriculum guidelines;
•  Design and deliver individual lesson plans in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learning styles;
•  Preparation of schemes of work for the term aligned to the syllabus and submit to the HOD, Quality Assurance and Head of School for approval;
•  Preparation of syllabus coverage reports and submit them to the HODs for review;
•  Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluate, correct, and grade student performance;
•  Discuss academic difficulties or behavioural problems with students as they arise, escalate when further intervention is required;
•  Monitor students’ progress throughout the year and evaluate preparedness for transition to the next level as appropriate;
•  Communicate progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or Head of School;
•  Build and maintain positive relationship with leaners, parents and colleagues;
•  Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors;
•  Maintain required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records;
•  Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff;
•  Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars;
•  Ensure that the learners adhere to the school rules and regulations;
•  Ensure that the learners have to well-groomed and presentable;
•  Be the link between the learners, school management and the parents on matters of communication, discipline and academics;
•  Timely communication of the school calendar and upcoming events to the relevant stakeholders;
•  Organize and coordinate class excursions, events and trips;
•  Participate in the coordination and coaching of learners in extra-curricular activities;
•  Consultation with parents on cases of indiscipline and deterioration of performance so as to ensure the due process is followed before a decision or recommendation is arrived; and
•  Any other responsibilities assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time

Minimum Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Education (English and Literature) from a recognized institution
•  Must be registered with the Teacher Service Commission (TSC) and professional development qualifications in Edexcel /CAIE
•  Minimum of 2 years of teaching international curriculum

Desired Competencies and Attributes

•  Must have ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate departmental goals
•  Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and work under strict deadlines.
•  Must have strong written and verbal communication skillsto work with students, parents, fellow teachers and administrators
•  Must demonstrate ability to create and teach effective lesson plansrelated to the subject
•  Must demonstrate subject matter expertise to teach the topics effectively
•  Must have knowledge of behavior management strategiesto keep students engaged and learning
•  Must demonstrate Strong organizational and time management skills
•  Must be Creative and with engaging presentation skills
•  Must be confident in using technology to enhance student learning
•  Must be resourceful and be able to teach effectively given the available resources and student skill levels
•  Must be results-oriented with the ability to deliver desired outcome.