PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER – Association For Life of Africa

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation.
• Maintaining discipline.
• Teaching all areas of the primary curriculum.
• Working with others to plan and coordinate work.
• Working with parents to maximize their involvement in the school and the development of resources for the school.
• Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum.
• Organizing and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Meeting with other professionals such as education welfare officers and educational psychologists, if required.
• Organizing the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment.
• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within their class.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils’ development.
• Taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age pupils.
• Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive pupil development.
• Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Full grade twelve (12) certificate.
• Diploma in Primary Education.
• Must be aged 35 years old male candidate.
• Must be a committed Christian.
• Able to work with vulnerable children in compounds and communities.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field.
• Ability to exercise patience when interacting with children.
• A caring and approachable nature.
• Ability to work during the evening, and after-hours, as needed.
• Proficient knowledge of teaching strategies and methods.
• Proficient knowledge of applicable laws, policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Availability to work extended hours on occasions.

Personal Attributes

The candidate should possess, among others, high interpersonal skills, maturity, should be innovative, should have problem solving skills, should be able to work with minimal supervision, and should possess high confidentiality, integrity, and reliability.