Lower Primary Teacher

Job Description and Person Specification

Instructional Delivery

Plan and deliver engaging, learner-centred lessons across all assigned subjects.

Use a variety of teaching strategies including discussion, group work, projects, role-play, inquiry-based learning, and practical demonstrations to accommodate different learning styles.

Integrate ICT tools such as smart boards, tablets, educational applications, and digital learning platforms to enhance lesson delivery.

Ensure all lessons align with the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework, focusing on skills, values, attitudes, and knowledge acquisition.

Foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills among learners.

Promote a culture of curiosity, innovation, and lifelong learning.

Curriculum Planning

Prepare termly schemes of work aligned with CBC requirements and school goals.

Develop weekly lesson plans outlining learning objectives, activities, resources, and assessment methods.

Create teaching aids and resources including charts, models, manipulatives, and digital content.

Review and adjust plans based on learner progress, assessment outcomes, and feedback from colleagues or section heads.

Ensure curriculum coverage is completed within the designated timelines.

Assessment and Record Keeping

Design and administer formative assessments to monitor ongoing learner progress.

Conduct summative assessments including examinations, projects, practical activities, and performance tasks.

Maintain accurate learner records, grades, progress reports, portfolios, and assessment documentation.

Provide timely and constructive feedback to learners and parents.

Analyse assessment data to identify learning gaps and implement intervention strategies.

Ensure all learner records are updated within the school's academic management systems.

Differentiated Support

Identify learners with varied academic, behavioural, and social-emotional needs.

Provide remedial support for learners requiring additional assistance.

Develop enrichment programmes and extension activities for gifted and talented learners.

Collaborate with the school's welfare team, learning support department, and parents to support

learner success.

Promote inclusive learning practices within the classroom.

Classroom Management

Establish clear classroom expectations, routines, and procedures.

Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Address behavioural concerns using restorative and positive discipline approaches.

Maintain high standards of learner conduct and classroom organisation.Model professionalism, ethical conduct, and the school's values at all times

ParentEngagement

Share regular updates on learner progress through meetings, reports, newsletters, and digital platforms.

Provide guidance to parents on supporting learning at home.

Participate actively in parent-teacher conferences and engagement forums.

Build positive relationships with parents and guardians to support learner development.

Collaboration with Peers

Attend departmental, grade-level, and whole-school planning meetings.

Share resources, best practices, and innovative teaching strategies with colleagues.

Participate in professional learning communities and staff development programmes.

Support a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate in curriculum development, moderation, and cross-curricular initiatives.

Co-Curricular Participation

Support or lead clubs, societies, sports teams, and co-curricular programmes.

Participate actively in school events including cultural days, sports days, educational trips, and community outreach initiatives.

Encourage learners to apply classroom knowledge through competitions, exhibitions, projects, and practical experiences.

Promote holistic learner development through active engagement beyond the classroom.

Class Teacher Responsibilities

Serve as the class teacher and provide pastoral care and guidance to assigned learners.

Monitor attendance, punctuality, conduct, and learner wellbeing.

Act as the primary point of contact for parents regarding learner welfare and academic progress.

Foster a sense of belonging, responsibility, and community within the class.

Maintain accurate class records and support learner transitions within the school.

What You Will Do

Instructional Delivery

Curriculum Planning

Assessment and Record Keeping

Differentiated Support

Classroom Management

Parent Engagement

Collaboration with Peers

Co-Curricular Participation

Class Teacher Responsibilities

Qualifications

Must possess a P1 Teacher Certificate from a recognised teacher training institution.

Must hold a Diploma in Primary Teacher Education or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and possess a valid TSC number

Demonstrated training and understanding of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) frameworks.

Additional certifications in educational technology, special needs education, counselling, safeguarding, child protection, or curriculum implementation will be an added advantage.

Evidence of continuous professional development through workshops, seminars, in-service programmes, and professional learning communities.

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How to apply

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Lower Primary Teacher

Social Studies With English/Agriculture/Science/ Kiswahili

https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1378540

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