Careers at Aga Khan Academy

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  • The Aga Khan Academies are an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalisation of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin or gender.

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    • Open Jobs
      1. Teacher of Global Politics and History
      2. Teacher of Kiswahili
      3. HOD - Humanities
    • Method of Application
    Teacher of Global Politics and History
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience3 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldEducation / Teaching&nbsp

    Duty & Responsibilities

    • Demonstrate a passion for their subject that serves to motivate and encourage students to attain their personal best.
    • Design engaging learning and assessment activities that develop deep understanding.
    • Support students to be confident thinkers in a safe learning environment.
    • Plan collaboratively with colleagues to design the MYP/DP units that effectively deliver the programmes
    • Monitor and track student progress.
    • Act as a Personal Project and Extended Essay supervisor.
    • Act as a form tutor/mentor to guide and support a small group of students
    • Contribute to the development of enrichment / co-curricular and experiential activities.

    The requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree from recognized university
    • Must have internationally recognized teaching qualification or a B.Ed/M.Ed
    • At least 3 years of experience teaching in the IB MYP/DP
    • She/he should demonstrate ability to inspire and motivate students to gain a deeper appreciation for the subject.

    Teacher of Kiswahili
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience3 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldArt / Crafts / Languages&nbsp , Education / Teaching&nbsp

    Duty & Responsibilities

    • Demonstrate a passion for their subject that serves to motivate and encourage students to attain their personal best.
    • Design engaging learning and assessment activities that develop deep understanding.
    • Support students to be confident thinkers in a safe learning environment.
    • Plan collaboratively with colleagues to design the MYP/DP units that effectively deliver the programmes
    • Monitor and track student progress.
    • Act as a Personal Project and Extended Essay supervisor.
    • Act as a form tutor/mentor to guide and support a small group of students
    • Contribute to the development of enrichment / co-curricular and experiential activities.

    The requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree from recognized university
    • Must have internationally recognized teaching qualification or a B.Ed/M.Ed
    • At least 3 years of experience teaching in the IB MYP/DP
    • She/he should demonstrate ability to inspire and motivate students to gain a deeper appreciation for the subject.

    HOD - Humanities
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience5 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldEducation / Teaching&nbsp

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Exercise leadership as an exemplary role model in subject teaching, professionalism, professional development and administration of the department.
    • Develop and implement clear departmental goals consistent with school-wide goals and specific programme and assessment requirements.
    • Encourage the development of sound and shared pedagogy amongst the members of the department.
    • Prepare a Professional development plan for the department.
    • Participate in the appraisal of the members of the department.
    • Take a lead in the curriculum development and improvement for the various programs offered in the Senior School
    • Establish an assessment procedure and programme.
    • Generate an annual budget for the department.
    • Collaborate with other HODs in developing a strong team of curriculum leaders.
    • Establish clear goals for year level collaboration and for general collaboration in the department, across.

    The requirements

    • A bachelor’s degree with teaching qualification from a recognized University.
    • At least 5 years of experience teaching MYP or DP Level
    • Registered with Kenya Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
    • Demonstrated ability to run a well-organized departmental meeting.
    • Demonstrated interest in developing reflective practice and connections across disciplines.
    • Ability to supervise and mentor faculty.
    • Good communication and interpersonal skills in relating to parents, students and other teachers.
    • Good collegial relationships with other faculty members.

    Method of Application

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

  • Teacher of Global Politics and History
  • Teacher of Kiswahili
  • HOD - Humanities
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