Assistant Teacher - Early Learning Center at American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003 by Nigeria's former Vice President His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar along with other local and international statesmen and academic leaders. The institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential to solving the continent's critical social and economic problems. The university offers an American-style education modelled after the curriculum of American universities with corresponding approaches to teaching and students assessment. The first entering class of 124 students and 20 professors was enrolled in September 2005. The University started on temporary buildings at the AUN Academy located directly opposite the AUN campus. In seven years, AUN is fast becoming a model for other universities in Nigeria and West Africa.

The American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking for an Assistant Teacher. This position is a local one open to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria:

Job Title: Assistant Teacher - Early Learning Center

Location: Adamawa
Department: AUN Academy

Position Summary

• The position of Assistant Teacher Early Learning Center shall work in pre-school, nursery and reception classes with children aged between three and five.
• The Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing pupils with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, enabling pupils to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Duties expected of the position include but are not limited to the following.

Position Requirements:

• At least a National Certificate of Education (NCE).
• A Bachelor's in Education would be an added advantage.
• Prior experience as working with pupils in early years classes

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Experience teaching young children
• Passion for teaching
• Demonstrate genuine and love and fondness for children.

Remuneration

• Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date
4th November, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes, cover letters and references to: [email protected] before the closing date of this publication.

Note: The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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