Diction and Language Teacher at Collins American International Academy

Collins American International Academy is a private coeducational institution located at 2 Odesy Street, Irete, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. It offers a full academic program from playgroup to senior secondary school, with a strong emphasis on structured learning and digital integration.

Collins American International Academy operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and is closed on weekends. The school provides a nurturing and academically rigorous environment that blends Nigerian and international curricula to prepare students for global competitiveness. Its digital infrastructure includes an online portal that enables students, parents, and staff to manage academic activities such as checking results, tracking attendance, monitoring assignments, and handling tuition payments.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Diction and Language Teacher

Location: Owerri / Irete, Imo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• A Diction and Language Teacher in a primary school is responsible for teaching students how to speak clearly, pronounce words correctly, and use language effectively.
• This role focuses on improving verbal expression, listening comprehension, and overall communication confidence in children aged 5 – 11.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach diction and pronunciation: Guide students in correct articulation, stress patterns, intonation, and phonetics
• Deliver language instruction: Cover grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, and usage appropriate to the grade level
• Conduct speech development activities: Use reading aloud, recitation, storytelling, and role-play to build fluency and confidence
• Assess and provide feedback: Evaluate students’ progress through oral tests, presentations, and written assignments
• Plan and adapt curriculum: Design engaging lessons tailored to different learning styles and developmental stages
• Collaborate with other educators: Coordinate with classroom teachers to reinforce language skills across subjects.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Linguistics, Education, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in a primary school setting
• Specialized training in diction, phonetics, or speech therapy (preferred)
• Teaching qualification or certification (e.g., PGDE, TRCN registration in Nigeria)
• Professional development in language instruction or child communication is a plus.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Strong knowledge of phonetics and speech training techniques
• Ability to engage young learners through creative methods
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability
• Effective classroom management
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with language development tools and digital resources.

Application Closing Date
20th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@collinsacademy.education using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note

• For more inquiries, call +2349027314643.
• Join a vibrant team of educators shaping the future in CAIA!