Grade 1 Teacher at the American University of Nigeria (AUN)

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.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Grade 1 Teacher

Location: Lagos
Department: Community School

Summary of Positions

• The position shall develop and implement lesson plans that meet the requirements of Grade 1 pupils in accordance to the guidelines of the University. This involves using the appropriate teaching style and material/equipment to strengthen the learning process of the pupils.
• The incumbent shall provide pupils with appropriate learning activities to help fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth while establishing effective teacher - pupil, teacher - parents' relationship and communicate with parents to discuss pupil's growth and interpret school program.

Detailed listing of Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in and out of class rooms' activities.
• Evaluate each pupil's performance in terms of academic and social growth.
• Prepare reports on pupils as required by the administration.
• Maintains professional competence by personal growth.
• Administer and prepare grade test, assignments in evaluating pupils' progress.
• Establish and enforce rules of behavior among pupil.
• Confer with parents, teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve pupil's behavioral and academic problems and progress.
• Maintain accurate pupil's record as required by the Community School Administration.
• Prepare lesson plan for course of study in accordance to the curriculum/syllabus guidelines and implement remedial program for pupil who require extra help.
• Provide variety of materials and resources (computers, audiovisual aid), for pupil to explore and use for learning and imaginative play and also for presentation.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development.
• Attend staff and professional meetings.
• Coordinate with other staff and teachers to enhance individual goals and objectives attainment.
• Contribute to develop and translate lessons plans for pupils.
• Creates a flexible and favorable environment for pupil's safety, creative thinking and expose the pupils to potential careers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements for the position

• B.ED or BA in any related discipline, PGDE preferred.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Language.
• 3-5 years of experience in teaching in a multi-cultural environment.
• Must be computer literate.

Other Requirements, Abilities for the position

• Ability to be a Role model.
• Experience teaching young children.
• Passion for teaching and love for children.
• Ability to create a healthy classroom environment.

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

Application Closing Date
6th May, 2015

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to: recruitment@aun.edu.ng The position being applied for should be the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.