ABOUT THE HIRING SCHOOL

Our Client is among the leading private Educational institutions in Kenya that offers a broad and balanced curriculum. The school envisions to develop and prepare well-rounded, accomplished global citizens who will go on to make meaningful, positive and purposeful impact in the society.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Headteacher is the lead educator in the school and is responsible for the operational management of the institution. He/she is also responsible for the development and implementation of educational plans, policies, programs and curriculum activities of the institution. The successful candidate for this position will be based in Malindi, Kenya.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervise the interpretation and implementation of the curriculum and ensure teachers prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, and other professional documents.
2. Oversee the preparation of lesson plans, lesson notes, timetables, and schemes of work and maintain academic standards in the school to ensure that the syllabus is covered in time for evaluation.
3. Coordinate and provide necessary guidance and counseling to the teachers, non-teaching staff, and learners from time to time, ensuring sound norms are instilled and embraced in the school.
4. Impart knowledge, skills, and attitudes to the learners by proper handling of the subjects of specialization.
5. Evaluate learners on the subjects of specialization and assist where necessary thus, preparing the students for national and other examinations.
6. Implement proper measures to ensure discipline is maintained in the school by the teachers, non-teaching staff, and learners, thus creating a conducive learning environment at all times.
7. Ensure that the necessary instructional materials are sourced, made readily available, and appropriately utilized by teachers and learners to support the curriculum implementation.
8. Be a safe and professional link between the school and other stakeholders i.e the local community, parents, private sector, and governmental organizations.
9. Come up with new workable strategies and programs to ensure improvement in teaching and learning in the institution.
10. Ensure teamwork through collaborative planning and teaching to ensure consistency and improvement in curriculum delivery.
11. Serve as a role model in the school and maintain learner discipline.
12. Ensure prudent management of institutional resources.
Organize staff, Board of Management, and parents meetings on a regular basis.
13. Serve as the Secretary and advisor to the Board of Management; by regular progress reports to enhance proper decision-making.
14. Any other duty as may be assigned by the management.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

1. Diploma/Degree in Primary Education, with a relevant further Masters Degree from a recognized Institution.
2. Minimum of 7 years in a similar role or in a senior teaching position in a primary school set-up.
3. Must have successfully undertaken the relevant TPD modules.
4. Have a valid Teaching Certificate i.e TSC certification/compliance.
5. Excellent knowledge of both CBC and 8.4.4 Curriculum.
6. Excellent knowledge of academic management, training needs assessment, and teaching experience.
7. Should have a satisfactory rating in the performance appraisal and performance process.
8. Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and provide professional support to other teachers.
9. Good mastery and fluency in both English and Kiswahili.
10. Ability to respond to emergencies with promptness and provide proper solutions.
11. Should be computer-proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
12. Good command of verbal and written communication.
13. Ability to multi-task and work diligently in a fast-paced setting.
14. Good planning and organizational skills.
15. Excellent at maintaining professional interpersonal relations.
16. Be able to work well and meet the required standards with minimum supervision.
17. Must be good at time management.
18. Must be a team player.
19. Must be result-oriented.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified interested candidates are asked to submit their application directly via email: hooray@hooray.co.ke on or NOT later than 27th Dec 2022, 1200hrs EAT.

For any needful inquiry, call 0778492210.

Regards.