The Aga Khan Education Services, Kenya (AKESK) operates 11 schools in various cities in Kenya and provides Nursery to Senior Secondary Education in both the National and International curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world.
The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi, Senior School
The Senior School of the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi is an IB World School that offers holistic education for students in Grades 6-12, combining academic rigor within the broad and challenging curriculum with a wide range of co-curricular
activities. The School offers the IB Middle Years Programme in Grades 6-10, and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. More information about the IBMYP and the IBDP can be found at https://www.ibo.org/ .
The Academy welcomes applications from enthusiastic and professional educators who are dedicated to student-centered and inquiry-based teaching and learning for the following positions:
Teacher of English
Teacher of Swahili
Teacher of Spanish or French
Teacher of Geography and Business/Economics
Teacher of ICT / Digital Design
Teacher of Science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics specialism)
Teacher of Mathematics
Teacher of Visual Arts, Music or Drama
Swimming Coach
The teachers will report to their respective Heads of Department and work closely with their colleagues to facilitate
high quality and inspiring learning that enables all students to reach their individual potential.
Key Responsibilities of AKAN Teachers
Collaboratively plan units of study designed for maximizing learning for all students
Deliver effective, differentiated and inquiry-based lessons in a friendly and supportive atmosphere
Create a safe and conducive environment in which the students can learn and thrive
Use varied, adequate assessments, including formative and summative assessment in line with the IBO requirements
Engage parents regularly and effectively in the education of their children
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the relevant subject and modern pedagogy
Accurately evaluate and comment on both the ability and developmental potential of each student
Effectively communicate with students, colleagues and parents, including through email and the school information system
Demonstrate an experience of high professional values and practices
Show profound commitment to ongoing professional growth and take on responsibility for fulfilling the vision and philosophy of the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.) in the respective fields
Teaching experience, especially in the IB programmes or other international curricula
Teachers Service Commission Certification
Please apply via the AKDN Career Centre at www.akdn.org/careers/1683330
The closing date 26 June 2020
