Headmaster/Headmistress at Emmanuel New Life International Schools (Nursery/Primary)

Emmanuel New Life International Schools (Nursery/Primary) located at 28 Ikot Awak road, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State is a Nursery/Primary school of approximately 500 children. It caters for children from Pre-Nursery (Reception) to Primary 6. We are a school that is very passionate about education and all forms of learning. Teaching the children gives us a sense of joy and fulfillment when we see our pupils excel in their academics. The classrooms are well appointed and resourced within spacious, landscaped grounds that offer the children both indoor and outdoor learning and playing areas. The school is well resourced with a library, science and ICT labs. Our school is a friendly and caring learning community in which everyone is valued and included.

We are looking for people who understand the important role education plays in our society and how we can impact our immediate community through education. If successful, you will be joining a highly motivated staff team.

We are recruiting for suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Headmaster/Headmistress

Location: Akwa Ibom

General Purpose

• The Head Teacher will be responsible for creating academic policies, managing all teaching staff, developing the curriculum, and overseeing the school's daily operations.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Monitor and support instructional activities, participate in and provide staff development, have deep knowledge of Nigerian curriculum and standards, evaluate and guide the instructional practices of teachers.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan instructional activities and lessons, which promote developmentally appropriate student learning
• Oversee and formally evaluate the curriculum and the instruction of the teaching staff.
• Communicate the vision of the school to all stakeholders, be an active listener, maintain cooperative professional relationships, provide opportunities for two way communication between school and parent community.
• Create list of all necessary instructional equipment and supplies and provide to Committee for approval.
• Provide leadership and management of staff - train and evaluate all staff members, motivate, and provide a positive work environment.
• Handle all academic parent inquiries with professionalism and confidence.
• Report to the School Management on a monthly basis without encouraging the need for micromanagement.
• Work closely with the Administrator to ensure that the school runs efficiently.
• Promote the positive image of the school.

Key Competencies

• Ability to mentor and lead teaching staff.
• High degree of confidence to manage teaching staff and parent community.
• Ability to work well with parents and manage parent relationships.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Innovative approach to education.
• Ability to ensure that the Nigerian curriculum is properly adhered to within the classroom.
• Ability to work independently and make critical leadership /management decisions necessary for the school to function and grow.

Education and Experience

• A suitable University Degree with bias in Education.
• Early years foundation stage (required).
• A master's degree in early childhood education or education administration (preferred) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working for a Nursery/Primary school teaching.
• Experience in education management is strongly referred.

Application Closing Date
8th August 2015.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send in the following document below by email to: [email protected]

• An application clearly stating the position applied for.
• Scanned copies of Educational certificates.
• A copy of applicant's Curriculum vitae (CV).

Note: All Applicants will be subjected to a written test and interview.