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Key Stage Coordinator Job (60k-80k)
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Job Title: Key Stage Coordinator
Hiring Organization:
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Education
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 08/01/2023
Our client is an upcoming school based in Nairobi County. They are looking to recruit an experienced and dedicated Key Stage 1 Coordinator with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of teaching experience and a deep understanding of the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum. The candidate must be able to teach all subjects within Key Stage 1 (Years 1, 2, and 3) and demonstrate strong leadership skills to coordinate and guide the Key Stage 1 teaching team effectively. As the Key Stage 1 Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality education delivery, fostering a positive learning environment, and nurturing the holistic development of young learners. (Salary: Kshs 60-80k).
Responsibilities
• Curriculum Coordination: Develop and oversee the implementation of the Key Stage 1 curriculum, ensuring alignment with the IGCSE framework and regularly reviewing and keeping up to date with the curriculum to meet educational standards and best practices.
• Instructional Planning: Collaborate with Key Stage 1 teachers to design engaging lesson plans, teaching materials, and learning activities that cater to students’ diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Teaching and Learning: Deliver high-quality instruction to students in Key Stage 1, demonstrating effective teaching methodologies that promote critical thinking, creativity, and academic excellence across all subjects.
• Teacher Support and Development: Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to Key Stage 1 teachers, promoting their professional growth through workshops, training sessions, and continuous feedback.
• Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Oversee the assessment and evaluation processes, ensuring accurate and timely feedback to students, parents, and staff regarding academic progress and areas of improvement.
• Student Welfare: Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that supports students’ social and emotional well-being in Key Stage 1.
• Parental Communication: Establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents or guardians, providing regular updates on student performance, academic achievements, and areas for growth.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with school leadership and other coordinators to facilitate smooth transitions between key stages and promote a cohesive school-wide educational approach.
• School Development: Participate in strategic planning and contribute to developing school policies, initiatives, and activities that enhance the overall educational experience.
• Professional Development: Stay abreast of the latest educational trends and developments, attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to enhance personal and professional knowledge.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or any specialization in core subjects (English, Math, Science) field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of teaching experience in Key Stage 1, preferably within an IGCSE curriculum-based reputable school.
• Experience certificates proving ability to teach all subjects within Key Stage 1, displaying a solid grasp of various pedagogical approaches suitable for young learners.
• A teaching qualification or certification.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively guide and collaborate with teachers and other staff members.
• A passion for early childhood education, demonstrating empathy, patience, and dedication to the well-being and progress of young students.