Music & English Teacher (Grade 1–9)

Application Deadline: Thursday, February 19, by 5:00 p.m.

Employment Details

• Location: The Nairobi Japanese School (Karen)
• Employment Type: Full-time (3-month probation period; renewable annually)
  • Contract renewal is determined each year based on performance evaluation. Contracts may not be renewed if work attitude or job performance is insufficient.
• Working Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
• Salary: KSh 35,000 – 60,000 (based on experience)
• Bonus: None
• Transportation Allowance: Provided
• Days Off: Generally weekends (may require work during school events)
• Annual Leave: 21 days

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a valid teaching qualification for primary and/or secondary education.

Position Overview

The Nairobi Japanese School in Karen is seeking one English teacher who can also teach music for Grades 1–9 (Primary and Junior High School).

We are looking for candidates who can teach Japanese students with beginner-level English and adapt to the Japanese-style curriculum and school culture. Applicants should have at least three years of teaching experience.

Required Qualifications (All must be met)

• Bachelor of Education (4-year university degree)
• Valid TSC registration (TSC number must be stated on CV)
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience
• Experience teaching beginner-level English
• Ability to teach both music and English
• Ability to teach music theory and practical skills
• Ability to cooperate with and follow directions from Japanese teachers
• Adaptability to Japanese-style curriculum and school culture
• Strong sense of responsibility and discipline
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Contact details of two referees
• Residence within one hour commuting distance to The Nairobi Japanese School (Karen)
• Ability to communicate in basic Japanese for everyday conversation

Preferred Qualifications

• Piano performance ability (please indicate on CV)
• Experience organizing or directing school concerts or performances
• Experience teaching in international or multicultural environments

Desired Personal Qualities

• Enjoys working with and teaching children
• Punctual and highly responsible
• Respects school rules and discipline
• Team-oriented
• Receptive to guidance and feedback
• Demonstrates high professional ethics and integrity

Mandatory Information to Include in the Cover Letter

Applicants must address the following points:

1. Grades previously taught and confirmation that you can teach Grades 1–9 only
2. TSC registration number
3. Details of experience teaching beginner-level English
4. Music teaching experience and instruments you can play
5. Reason for wanting to work at a Japanese school and ability to adapt to Japanese-style curriculum
6. Availability to work on weekends for school events
7. Confirmation of residence within one hour commute to the school
8. Japanese language proficiency level
9. Date of birth must be included on CV

Applications that do not address all of the above points will not be considered.

Application Submission

• Email: njsadmn@gmail.com
• Subject Line: Application for Music and English Teacher Position – [Applicant’s Full Name]

Application Deadline: Thursday, February 19 (by 5:00 p.m.)