Biology & Chemistry 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:

The Biology & Chemistry Teacher will be responsible to:

Provide an appropriately broad, balanced and differentiated learning experience for students as per the national curriculum’s aims and curriculum policies. Ensure commitment to the ethos and set of values to secure high-quality learning, effective use of resources and improvement in standards of learning and achievement for all students. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Understanding the curriculum and developing schedules, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students cover the required content. Preparing and delivering lessons that are stimulating and clear. Educating students on lab safety and ensuring all experiments are carried out responsibly. Setting up tests, assignments, experiments, and grading students fairly. Ensuring appropriate resources and consultation times are available to students. Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other continuing education programs. Informing and preparing students for science fairs and expos. Handling various administration functions, which include updating student records and keeping track of lab supplies, tools, and equipment. Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place. May be a class teacher.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education Sciences. 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.