Head of Mathematics (and Physics)
This is a senior teaching position within Salary range of 210-240,000 Kenyan shillings (gross).
Kivukoni School has recently added Key Stage 4, and we undertook GCSEs for the first time this year.
We require dynamic professionals to continue the good work with our Key Stage 3 and 4 team, in line with the Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International curriculum for GCSEs.
As well as being an inspiring and well informed educator, the role will involve being a supportive collaborator with teachers and management staff, a committed facilitator of every student’s personal and academic growth, and a diplomatic communicator with parents.
The position also includes involvement in the co-curricular program as far as is reasonable.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development and implementation of innovative curriculum and teaching strategies for the GCSE program for Maths and Physics
- Overseeing assessment and examination processes
- Monitor, evaluate and provide guidance and support to teaching staff
- Facilitate professional development opportunities
- Teaching Maths (and ideally physics) as relevant (maximum 18 contact hours per week)
- Class tutor
- Review and enhance the IGCSE timetable
- Monitor student progress and implement interventions as necessary
- Collaborate with school management to align the GCSE program with the school’s strategic goals
- Foster a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and continuous improvement within the academic staff and student body.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- B’ED, POST-GRADUATE OR DEGREE IN EDUCATION
- TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION REGISTRATION
- 5+ YEARS IN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SYSTEM
- 3+ YEARS IN KEY STAGE 4
- DEMONSTRABLE TRACK RECORD OF EXCELLENT TEACHING PRACTISE
- ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- EXCELLENT TEAM BUILDING + COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- RESPECT FOR AND INTEREST IN THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION
Applicants interested in this position should also include in their application the following:
- Cover letter detailing why you feel this post will suit you, and why you will suit this post
- Curriculum Vitae
- A photocopy of PIN, ID and TSC registration
How to apply
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