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Founding Head Teacher

Mwalimu Halisi Gateway · Nairobi

Mwalimu Halisi GatewayNairobiPosted 28 October 2026Apply by 15 November 2026

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Closing date
15 November 2026 (18 days left)
Where
Nairobi, Kenya
How to apply
Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
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Role purpose

Lead the launch and day-to-day development of KLC as a safe, respected and commercially sustainable early-years school. Turn the school’s vision into operating standards, culture, enrolment confidence and strong learning outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Lead school readiness, opening, staffing, safeguarding, compliance, parent experience and continuous improvement.

Recruit, induct, supervise and develop the academic and operations teams in partnership with the Board.

Ensure Montessori principles are delivered consistently while appropriate CBC competencies are incorporated thoughtfully.

Own learner wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, progress and the quality of teaching across the school.

Provide concise performance reports to the Board covering enrolment, staffing, learning, safeguarding.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field; postgraduate leadership training is an advantage.

TSC registration and a valid certificate of good conduct.

7–10 years of teaching experience, including at least 3 years in a school leadership or deputy leadership role.

Strong understanding of early-years education; Montessori exposure or certification is highly desirable.

Demonstrated experience in school operations, teacher development, parent engagement and safeguarding.

Commercial awareness, sound judgement and the confidence to build a school rather than inherit a finished system.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Send Your CV To: mwalimuhalisigateway@gmail.com

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