Primary One Class Teacher at Chessington Schools

A Primary One teacher is responsible for shaping the foundational education of young children, typically aged 6 to 7 years old, using the British/Nigerian Curriculum. Responsibilities include:

1. Planning and Delivering Lessons: Creating engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans in core subjects such as literacy, numeracy, science, social studies, and arts.
2. Classroom Management: Maintaining a positive, safe, and disciplined classroom environment conducive to learning.
3. Assessing Student Progress: Monitoring and evaluating students' academic and social development through observations, tests, and assignments.
4. Supporting Individual Needs: Identifying students with learning difficulties and providing additional support or tailoring teaching strategies accordingly.
5. Fostering Social Skills: Encouraging cooperation, respect, and communication among students.
6. Parent and Guardian Communication: Regularly updating parents on student progress and behavior, and collaborating with them to support the child's learning.
7. Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of attendance, assessments, and student performance.
8. Professional Development: Continually updating teaching skills and subject knowledge through workshops and training.
9. Extracurricular Activities: Occasionally organizing or supervising extracurricular activities and school events.
10. Adherence to Curriculum and Policies: Ensuring teaching aligns with the national or school curriculum, policies, and educational standards.