Lower Primary Teacher at Owens and Xley

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos

Job Summary:

In this role, you are responsible for planning, preparing and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that will facilitate active learning. You will also be expected to instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Thus, creating a flexible elementary classroom that promotes learning and personal growth.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons to all students in the class.
• Teach according to the educational needs, abilities and achievements of the individual students.
• Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of individual students, groups of students or class entrusted to him/her.
• Provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters and on their further education and future careers; providing information on sources of more expert advice.
• Maintain good order and discipline amongst students under one’s care and safeguard their health and safety at all times.
• Ensure the safe custody and optimum use of equipment normally used by oneself during lessons and see to its regular servicing and maintenance.
• Develop students’ abilities, interests and coordinate through mode of creative activities.
• Present subject matter utilizing range of teaching materials and techniques.
• Guide discussions and supervise work in class.
• Test and analyze students for customized progress in oral and written work.
• Enforce personal development by supporting students to utilize and develop capabilities.
• Maintain and update attendance records as well as school discipline.
• Participate in staff meetings along with educational conferences and workshops.
• Conduct extra-curricular activities like supporting school concerts, sports, excursions along with special interest programs.
• Head responsibility for progress of class of primary age students.
• Organize classroom as well as learning resources to develop positive learning atmosphere.
• Motivate students with enthusiasm and imaginative presentation.
• Prepare and facilitate positive student development.
• Perform other duties or tasks assigned.

Requirements:

• BSc/HND/OND in Education or relevant field.
• 2-5 years experience in teaching.
• TRCN certification is compulsory.
• Experience in a reputable school is mandatory.
• Proficient knowledge of teaching strategies and methods.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Outstanding organizational skills.

Salary – N120,000- N200,000