Latest Jobs at Discovering Talents Academy

Job Purpose

• The Head of Nursery is responsible for the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Nursery department.
• The primary goal is to ensure the delivery of high-quality early years education in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential in line with the school's standards and curriculum.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategic Management:

• Provide professional leadership and management for the Nursery team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Nursery department aligned with the overall school development plan.
• Lead staff meetings, performance appraisals, and professional development sessions.
• Ensure the Nursery complies with all national educational regulations, health and safety standards, and safeguarding policies.

Curriculum and Learning:

• Oversee the planning and delivery of a creative and age-appropriate curriculum (e.g., EYFS or Montessori).
• Monitor student progress through robust assessment tracking and data analysis.
• Ensure that the learning environment—both indoors and outdoors—is stimulating, safe, and organized to promote independent learning.
• Integrate innovative teaching methodologies and technology where appropriate to enhance early learning.

Staff Management and Development:

• Lead the recruitment, induction, and mentoring of nursery teachers and teaching assistants.
• Conduct regular lesson observations and provide constructive feedback to staff.
• Manage staff rotas, ensuring appropriate teacher-to-child ratios are maintained at all times.

Parent and Community Engagement:

• Act as the primary point of contact for parents, building strong, collaborative relationships.
• Organize and lead parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and orientation days.
• Ensure regular and transparent communication regarding child progress and departmental updates.

Health, Safety, and Safeguarding:

• Act as a designated lead for safeguarding within the Nursery department.
• Oversee risk assessments for the physical environment and school trips.
• Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, first aid, and emergency procedures.

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Job Purpose

• The Personal Assistant to the Head of Academics/Quality Assurance provides comprehensive academic, administrative, and quality assurance support to ensure the smooth coordination, monitoring, and implementation of academic standards across the school.
• The role supports lesson planning, assessment processes, documentation vetting, supervision activities, and accurate academic record management.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Planning and Support:

• Support the Head of Academics/QA in planning lessons with teachersacross relevant classes and subjects.
• Assist in coordinating and tracking lesson planning schedules to ensure compliance with school standards.
• Follow up with teachers on lesson preparation and implementation as directed.

Continuous Assessment & Examination Support:

• Assist with CAT (Continuous Assessment Test) questions vettingon the school’s academic software.
• Support the sorting and organisation of CAT and examination scripts.
• Assist in vetting marked CAT and examination scriptsfor accuracy, completeness, and compliance with marking schemes.
• Support the vetting of record sheets and results entered on the software to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Documentation and Records Vetting:

• Assist with the vetting of academic documents, including lesson plans, e-notes, schemes of work, and assessment records.
• Support routine checks of:
  • Class registers
  • Teachers’ diaries
  • Communication books
  • Pupils’ notes and learning materials
• Ensure all records meet the school’s quality assurance standards.

Supervision and Monitoring:

• Support the Head of Academics/QA during lesson observations and class supervision.
• Conduct random classroom checks as assigned and report findings appropriately.
• Assist in monitoring classroom routines, teaching effectiveness, and learning environments.

Teacher Appraisal and Performance Records:

• Assist in entering teachers’ appraisal dataaccurately on the school’s software.
• Support the compilation, verification, and documentation of teacher performance records.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling appraisal information.

Learner Support and Academic Intervention:
Support initiatives focused on slow learners, including:

• Assisting with record-keeping for intervention plans,
• Tracking the progress of identified pupils,
• Supporting follow-up activities as assigned by the Head of Academics/QA.

Administrative and Quality Assurance Support:
Provide general administrative support to the Head of Academics/QA, including:

• Organising academic files (soft and hard copies),
• Scheduling academic-related meetings when required,
• Ensuring timely follow-up on academic tasks and reports.
• Assist in maintaining high academic and quality assurance standards across the school.

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Job Summary

• The Literacy Teacher at Discovering Talents Academy (DTA) is responsible for delivering engaging and effective literacy instruction to primary school pupils.
• This role involves fostering a deep understanding of reading, writing, and language arts, developing critical thinking skills, and nurturing a lifelong love for literature.
• The Literacy Teacher plays a crucial part in upholding DTA's mission to "create an atmosphere of fun where kids can enjoy being kids" and its vision to "discover and bring out the uniqueness in every child," by ensuring individualized teaching and promoting academic excellence within the SHRID niche, particularly focusing on Handwriting, Reading, and Diction.

Key Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Implementation:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging literacy lessons in accordance with DTA's blended British-Nigerian curriculum and academic standards.
• Implement DTA's SHRID niche, particularly focusing on:
  • Fostering a profound "Love for Reading"through diverse texts and engaging reading programs.
  • Ensuring consistent implementation of Nelson Handwritingfor legibility and neatness.
  • Promoting correct Dictionand articulate communication among pupils.
  • Applying Individualized Teachingstrategies to cater to diverse learning styles and needs in literacy.
  • Integrating Skill Acquisitionin areas such as comprehension, phonics, grammar, and creative writing.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technology to make literacy accessible and enjoyable for all pupils.
• Set clear learning objectives and provide constructive feedback to students to support their progress in all aspects of literacy.
• Prepare pupils for internal and external examinations, including literacy components of entrance examinations.

Assessment & Reporting:

• Design and administer fair, valid, and reliable assessments (tests, quizzes, continuous assessments) to evaluate student understanding and progress in reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Analyze assessment data to identify learning gaps, inform instructional adjustments, and provide targeted support to students.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, performance, and grades in literacy.
• Prepare comprehensive progress reports for parents, highlighting academic achievements and areas for development in literacy.

Classroom Management & Environment:

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment conducive to literacy exploration and learning.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to ensure an orderly and respectful learning atmosphere.
• Encourage active participation, critical thinking, and collaborative activities (e.g., group reading, peer editing).
• Ensure the classroom is well-resourced with diverse reading materials and tools to support literacy instruction.

Student Welfare & Support:

• Monitor the academic and social-emotional well-being of students, identifying and addressing any concerns promptly.
• Provide individualized support and interventions for students who require additional assistance in literacy development.
• Collaborate with parents, support staff, and other teachers to ensure holistic development and address student needs.
• Serve as a Form Tutor/Class Teacher as assigned, overseeing general welfare and academic progress of a designated class, which may include teaching other subjects.

Professional Development & Collaboration:

• Actively participate in departmental meetings, school-wide professional development sessions, and training programs, particularly those related to literacy and language arts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, develop curriculum materials, and enhance the overall academic program.
• Contribute to school events and activities, such as Spelling Bee competitions and reading clubs, as required.
• Utilize the DTA software for academic tracking, communication, and appraisal processes.

Policy Adherence:

• Strictly adhere to all DTA policies and procedures, including those related to punctuality, dress code, safety, and ethical conduct.
• Uphold the professional standards and values of Discovering Talents Academy at all times.

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Key Responsibilities
Front Office Management & Customer Service:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all visitors, parents, prospective clients, and staff, providing a warm, professional, and courteous welcome.
• Maintain an alert and approachable posture at the front desk at all times.
• Manage the reception area, ensuring it is tidy, organized, and reflective of DTA's professional image.
• Politely inquire about visitors' purposes and direct them appropriately, ensuring proper sign-in/out procedures using the visitor's book.
• Handle incoming and outgoing calls professionally, using the prescribed greeting protocol, speaking clearly, and avoiding slang.
• Address inquiries promptly and accurately, or escalate to the appropriate department when necessary.

Admission Process & Client Conversion:

• Expertly guide prospective parents through the entire admission journey, from initial inquiry to successful enrollment.
• Capture and meticulously record prospective client data (Name, WhatsApp Number) in the DTA software.
• Proactively follow up with prospective clients, sending pre-defined messages (e.g., initial inquiry response, promoting school platforms, after online form submission, interview/test scheduling) and tracking progress in the DTA software.
• Nurture prospective clients by sending engaging "Did You Know" content to maintain brand awareness and interest.
• Ensure all steps, including payment confirmation and interview/test scheduling, are completed efficiently to convert inquiries into enrolled pupils.
• Strictly adhere to the policy that all payments are made directly into the school's official bank account; the FDO is strictly prohibited from collecting any physical cash.

Communication & Information Dissemination:

• Disseminate official school broadcasts to relevant parent groups (e.g., whole school, year-level specific, ex-students, summer program groups) as per schedule (e.g., Nursery Colour Day, Fun Day updates, weekend classes, gate closure reminders).
• Utilize Google Calendar to proactively schedule and manage recurring and one-off communication tasks, ensuring timely and accurate message delivery.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student, parent, and staff information, releasing it only with explicit approval from the Administrator/Head of School.
• Direct all general public inquiries to the Admin Officer, as the FDO is not authorized to disseminate organizational information to the public.

Administrative Support & Record Keeping:

• Log all complaints received (via text, WhatsApp, call, or in-person) into the DTA software, ensuring accurate details are captured and forwarded to concerned persons for resolution.
• Follow up on complaints to ensure parents/complainants receive timely feedback and report any delays to the Head of Admin.
• Update complaint logs to "Resolved" or "Closed" once issues are addressed, including resolution details.
• Manage forgotten items by taking pictures, sending to teacher platforms, checking classrooms, and broadcasting to the whole school if unclaimed.
• Assist with general administrative tasks as required by the Head of Administration.
• Social media skill will be an added advantage.

Policy Adherence & Professional Conduct:

• Strictly adhere to DTA's working hours, dress code, and personal hygiene standards.
• Maintain absolute professionalism and cordial communication with all colleagues and superiors, avoiding insubordination, gossiping, or illicit gatherings.
• Ensure no staff member exits the school premises without a valid gate pass.
• Uphold the non-discrimination principle, treating every person with equal respect and courtesy.
• Ensure the front desk area remains a highly confidential space, with only authorized personnel covering it during absences (e.g., lunch breaks, requiring notification to the Head of Admin).

Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess an OND / Bachelor`s Degree with 3 - 6 years experience.

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Role Overview

• DTA is looking for a versatile and practical-minded Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS) Teacher.
• This role is central to our mission of equipping students with functional skills.
• You will be responsible for teaching the integrated curriculum of Home Economics and Agriculture, focusing on hands-on learning that prepares students for real-world vocational challenges.

• The ideal candidate isn't just a lecturer but a mentor who can transform theoretical concepts into tangible projects, from sustainable farming to culinary arts and household management.

Key Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery & Curriculum:

• Agricultural Science: Teach crop production, livestock management, and soil science. Manage the school’s small-scale garden or "green zone" for practical demonstrations.
• Home Economics: Facilitate lessons in nutrition, clothing and textiles, food preparation, and home management.
• Integrated Learning: Bridge the gap between PVS and other subjects like Basic Science and Robotics (e.g., discussing automated irrigation or food chemistry).

Practical Project Management:

• Project Supervision: Guide students through their PVS termly projects, ensuring high-quality output for school exhibitions.
• Resource Management: Manage the PVS laboratory/kitchen and agricultural tools, ensuring safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Field Work: Organize "Farm-to-Table" initiatives or local vocational excursions to give students industry exposure.

Assessment & Evaluation:

• Design and grade assessments that balance theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
• Provide constructive feedback on student projects to foster a growth mindset.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and vocational competencies.

Technical & Professional Requirements

• Academic Background: Degree in Agriculture, Home Economics, Vocational Education, or a related field.
• Hand-on Expertise: Proficiency in practical skills such as cooking, sewing, gardening, or basic carpentry/handicrafts.
• Instructional Skill: Ability to simplify complex vocational processes for different age groups.
• Soft Skills: High patience, creative problem-solving, and a passion for "learning by doing."

Core Competencies at DTA:

• Safety First: Maintain a 100% safe environment during practical sessions.
• Innovation: Willingness to incorporate modern techniques (e.g., hydroponics or digital budgeting) into traditional vocational teaching.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Academic Project Supervisorto align PVS projects with the broader school calendar.

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Job Summary

• The Mathematics Teacher at Discovering Talents Academy (DTA) is responsible for delivering engaging and effective mathematics instruction to primary school pupils.
• This role involves fostering a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, developing problem-solving skills, and nurturing a positive attitude towards the subject.
• The Class Teacher plays a crucial part in upholding DTA's mission to "create an atmosphere of fun where kids can enjoy being kids" and its vision to "discover and bring out the uniqueness in every child," by ensuring individualized teaching and promoting academic excellence within the SHRID niche.

Key Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Implementation:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging mathematics lessons in accordance with DTA's blended British-Nigerian curriculum and academic standards.
• Implement DTA's SHRID niche, particularly focusing onSkill Acquisitionin numeracy,Individualized Teachingto cater to diverse learning styles, and promoting clearDictionin mathematical communication.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technology to make mathematics accessible and enjoyable for all pupils.
• Set clear learning objectives and provide constructive feedback to students to support their progress.
• Prepare pupils for internal and external examinations, including entrance examinations.

Assessment & Reporting:

• Design and administer fair, valid, and reliable assessments (tests, quizzes, continuous assessments) to evaluate student understanding and progress in mathematics.
• Analyze assessment data to identify learning gaps, inform instructional adjustments, and provide targeted support to students.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, performance, and grades.
• Prepare comprehensive progress reports for parents, highlighting academic achievements and areas for development.

Classroom Management & Environment:

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment conducive to mathematical exploration and learning.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to ensure an orderly and respectful learning atmosphere.
• Encourage active participation, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving among students.
• Ensure the classroom is well-resourced and organized to support mathematics instruction.

Student Welfare & Support:

• Monitor the academic and social-emotional well-being of students, identifying and addressing any concerns promptly.
• Provide individualized support and interventions for students who require additional assistance in mathematics.
• Collaborate with parents, support staff, and other teachers to ensure holistic development and address student needs.
• Serve as a Form Tutor/Class Teacher as assigned, overseeing general welfare and academic progress of a designated class, which may include teaching other subjects.

Professional Development & Collaboration:

• Actively participate in departmental meetings, school-wide professional development sessions, and training programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, develop curriculum materials, and enhance the overall academic program.
• Contribute to school events and activities as required.
• Utilize the DTA software for academic tracking, communication, and appraisal processes.

Policy Adherence:

• Strictly adhere to all DTA policies and procedures, including those related to punctuality, dress code, safety, and ethical conduct.
• Uphold the professional standards and values of Discovering Talents Academy at all times.