Part-Time French Teacher (IGCSE/IBDP)

About the role

Aga Khan Education Services is recruiting a part-time French teacher for IGCSE and IBDP courses at an Aga Khan school in Uganda. The school expects all teachers to uphold its mission of fostering a positive, respectful learning environment and to cooperate with colleagues and the administration. The salary and package are described as competitive to attract the best candidate.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly classroom, check student attendance and appearance, and follow consistent guidance and behaviour policies.
• Teach, train and assess students in French, preparing them thoroughly for IGCSE and IBDP exams; set and mark homework and set, mark and moderate examinations under the Head of Department's direction.
• Prepare daily lesson plans, develop a growth mindset in students, and collaborate with colleagues and regional PLCs on teaching and learning.
• Set and mark homework, check notebooks, and prepare end-of-term reports within deadlines.
• Hold teacher-parent conferences, attend parent meetings, promote the school's image, and take part in club and house activities.
• Take part in professional development programmes and state personal learning needs.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education or B.A. with PGDE.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience on the relevant curriculum.
• Proven consistency in class work performance.
• Registered as a graduate teacher with the Ministry of Education and Sports.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of contemporary teaching methods and the new curriculum.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of technology.