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Lead Senior Teacher - Pre-School

Pharo School Nairobi · Nairobi, KE

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Duties and Responsibilities 

Teaching and Learning

  • Lead and oversee the planning, preparation, and implementation of termly and annual plans, schemes of work, and daily lesson plans across the Pre-School Campus.
  • Ensure learning experiences are age-appropriate, play-based, inquiry-driven, and aligned with curriculum expectations and school standards.
  • Model excellent teaching practice and support teachers in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons.
  • Ensure effective differentiation to support varying learner needs, developmental stages, and learning styles.
  • Promote language-rich environments and early literacy and numeracy development.
  • Support implementation of co-curricular, social-emotional, and enrichment programmes.
  • Monitor assessment practices and ensure timely recording and reporting of learner progress.
  • Ensure learning evidence, learner portfolios, and assessment records are maintained accurately.
  • Prepare and submit monthly campus academic updates, achievements, challenges, and recommendations to the Deputy Head Teacher.

Campus Administration and Staff Management

  • Coordinate the day-to-day academic and operational running of the Pre-School Campus.
  • Prepare and manage teaching timetables and staff duty schedules for the campus.
  • Monitor teacher attendance, punctuality, lesson delivery, and classroom effectiveness.
  • Supervise and support all Pre-School teaching staff and teaching assistants.
  • Allocate responsibilities based on staff strengths and developmental needs.
  • Conduct regular lesson observations and instructional coaching.
  • Lead staff meetings and professional reflection sessions.
  • Identify teacher professional development needs and coordinate training opportunities.
  • Participate in staff appraisal processes, induction, and probation management for new staff.
  • Promote professionalism and ensure adherence to school policies and code of conduct.
  • Serve as the communication link between school leadership and the Pre-School Campus staff.

Curriculum Implementation and Instructional Leadership

  • Lead implementation of the Early Years curriculum and ensure alignment with school expectations and quality standards.
  • Monitor curriculum coverage and learner developmental outcomes across all Pre-School classes.
  • Ensure classrooms maintain high standards in learning environment setup, learner engagement, and instructional resources.
  • Support teachers in lesson planning, classroom management, and child-centred instruction.
  • Coordinate procurement and effective use of teaching and learning materials.
  • Ensure assessment and reporting practices reflect learner growth and developmental milestones.
  • Promote innovation and best practice in Early Childhood education.

Learner Welfare and Child Development

  • Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all learners.
  • Oversee learner welfare, behaviour support, guidance, and age-appropriate discipline practices.
  • Monitor learner attendance, transitions, and emotional well-being.
  • Coordinate safeguarding measures and ensure compliance with child protection procedures.
  • Facilitate early identification of learners requiring additional support and coordinate interventions.
  • Promote healthy routines, independence, social skills, and positive learner behaviour.

 Parent and Community Engagement

  • Build strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support learner development.
  • Coordinate parent communication and engagement initiatives.
  • Facilitate parent meetings, workshops, and learner progress discussions.
  • Address parent concerns professionally and in collaboration with school leadership.
  • Promote a strong school culture and positive campus experience for families.

General

  • Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
  • Foster collaboration and sharing of best practices across campuses.
  • Support and participate in school activities and events.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and campus records.
  • Attend staff and leadership meetings as required.
  • Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and all school policies.
  • Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  • Valid TSC Registration Certificate.
  • Minimum 5–7 years teaching experience in Early Years/Pre-School education, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of CBC implementation within Early Years Education.
  • STEM experience is an added advantage
  • Strong leadership, communication, organisation, and ICT skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and coach teaching teams.
  • Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

CommunicationExcelLeadership
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Nairobi
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