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Date Posted: Friday, June 23 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Position Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to play a meaningful role in the growth of Pharo Schools and the pursuit of its goals.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Homeroom teacher, who thoroughly enjoys teaching, excels in their ability to reach, and support students and takes endless pride in designing inspiring and engaging all the subjects’ lesson plans and teaching units. We are looking for an individual with an outstanding record of accomplishment in teaching all subjects to primary school students. He/she should be able to engage students in meaningful and fun activities, creating an environment conducive to learning.
Position : Homeroom Teacher.
Grade: 1 to 3
Location: Kigali, Rwanda.
Required Number: 4
Reporting to: School Principal.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Follow professional practices consistent with school and system policies working with students, students’ records, and colleagues.
• Interact in a professional manner with students, parents, school staff, and school leaders.
• Act in a confidential, ethical, and legal manner and be a role model to students.
• Ensure timely preparation of annual plans, weekly, and daily lesson plans as required by the school policy.
• Motivate students and inspire continuous learning.
• Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students. Be the custodian of the school’s calendar.
• Always strive for the best student’s learning outcomes.
• Supervise students at recess, lunchtime, study time, and in other assigned areas.
• Prepare materials to reinforce the regular classroom lesson under the Head teacher’s direction.
• Strive to develop respect among students, staff, and school leaders.
• Shows courtesy, integrity, and follow-up for all assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate an effort of knowledge, skill, and attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of students’ records.
• Engage actively in the implementation of the school’s co-curricular and social support activities.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the community and parental role in the education of children.
• Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications Requirements
• BA/BSc degree in the subject teaching area or bachelor’s degree in education with a teaching qualification in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ICT among others.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience.
• STEM experience is an added advantage.
• Practical teaching experience in an International School or a high-standard private school.
• Excellent computer knowledge with MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Fluent in English/French and can competently conduct all classroom instruction in English/French.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Email usage, Google Suite, internet searching, and willing to learn new computer skills.
• Have experience in Formative Assessment and using data to enhance their teaching and learning.
• Can develop lesson plans, which meet established school and national curriculum models.
• Committed and passionate to teaching and highly motivated towards student development and growth.
• Is willing to offer after-school enrichment activities and support students after hours and on weekends including inset training.
Personal Attributes
• Strong passion for and commitment to children’s education.
• A role model across the school in terms of punctuality, attendance, positive engagement, and professional relations among staff.
• Positive disposition to involve the whole school community and take people forward together.
• Great attention to detail and a flexible approach to work.
• High level of commitment and self-motivation.
• High professional and ethical standards.
• Positive outlook and outgoing personality with solid interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
• Structured and process oriented.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Motivated to learn and perform and not afraid to ask questions.
• Willing to challenge the status quo and add value by introducing positive change.
• Excellent communicator and comfortable working in a team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability of strong communication skills in English verbally and in writing.
Child Safeguarding
The Pharo School Kigali is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• This position is open to both female and male applicants, with female applicants being strongly encouraged to apply.
The application deadline is 14th July 2023.
• Review of complete applications will be on a rolling basis. In the event that we identify an outstanding candidate early in the search process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply at the earliest possible time. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.

Application Requirements
• A detailed CV.
• Cover Letter. In your cover letter, please indicate your motivation for the role and state where you heard about this position e.g., through our website, jobs board, etc.
• An Essay of not more than1,000words outlining the teaching experiences you have gained that makes you the most qualified candidate for the role.
• Copies of your qualifications.
• Your current or last benefit package and expected benefit package for this position.
• An updated list of at least 3 references with current addresses, phone numbers, and email contacts.
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