Art & Design Teacher at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

Job Description

The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is operated by Aga Khan Education Service Kenya (AKESK), a non-profit organization, with close to a hundred years’ experience operating schools in Kenya

Role Summary.

To provide learning activities appropriate to the learner’s in order to develop an interest in and ability for creative expression. To develop an understanding and appreciation of art in each learner.

Key Responsibilities

Teach Art & Design theory, and practical techniques and preparing learners for examinations. Management of Learning, Teaching and Resources. Discuss various artistic approaches and traditions and encourage students to express themselves artistically. Assign art projects to students, grade finished art projects, conduct art exams and maintain records of the students’ progress. Organize art exhibitions to display the artworks of students and help them develop their art portfolios. Support school administration in developing art programs. Teach Art and Design and any other subject according to the school and Ministry of Education requirements. Potential to support school in attending internal and external Art and Design competitions. Be in a position to develop programs to meet the needs, abilities and interests of learners using a range of instructional techniques and media.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience

Must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Education or BA/BSc with P.G.D.E. 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