Head Teacher at Learners Crib

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly competent individual to join our team as the Head teacher of the Acorn Nursery School.
• The head teacher will focus on academic excellence, creativity, and the well-being of our students.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for quality education, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to creating a stimulating learning environment that meets the needs of all students.
• The ideal candidate must be a team player.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Review the curriculum and collaborate with teachers to implement and ensure it meets educational standards and promotes student achievement in alignment with the school’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Develop and implement a marketing strategy to improve school growth.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate teachers to maintain a positive work environment.
• Enforce school policies and procedures relating to teachers and students to maintain a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Foster positive relationships with parents and community to support the school’s vision and mission.
• Facilitate consistent professional development training for teachers and staff to stay updated on best practices.
• Ensure learners with learning disabilities have access to an Individualized Education Plan after all assessments have been done by the parties concerned.
• Coordinate standardized testing and assessment processes to evaluate learners’ competence and progress.
• Act as the spokesperson for the school, representing its interests to the broader community.

Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in Education, educational leadership, or related field.
• British and/or Montessori curriculum certification.
• Member of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).

Experience:

• Possess a minimum of 5 years experience working as a headteacher or school administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of implementing the British curriculum. The Montessori curriculum is an added advantage.
• Professional experience working as a Headteacher in the last 2-3 years.
• Hands-on experience in school administration tasks such as admissions procedure, policy implementation, and compliance with educational regulations.
• Use of data and technology in assessing students’ and teachers’ performances to ensure standards.

Skills:

• High proficiency in English Language; speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to build positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other staff.
• Outstanding leadership and management skills to oversee the daily operations of the school.
• Excellent organizational skills in effectively managing various aspects of the school to ensure growth.
• Develop, implement, and review appropriate developmental curriculum to meet the needs of the students in line with the school’s standards.
• A good knowledge of state and federal educational policies and regulations.
• Proficiency in educational technology to support teaching and learning.