Head Teacher at a Well-established, Medium-sized Nursery and Primary Educational Institution - Stretch-It Concepts

Stretch-It Concepts - Our client is a well-established, medium-sized Nursery and Primary educational institution located in Ilupeju, Lagos, with a strong reputation for excellence and dedication to nurturing young minds. Their Nursery operates a Montessori curriculum that fosters creativity, independence, and a love of learning, while their Primary section offers a dynamic blend of Nigerian and British educational frameworks designed to prepare students for academic success and global citizenship. They pride themselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where educators can thrive professionally and make a lasting impact on children’s development.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head Teacher

Location: Ilupeju, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• We are seeking a seasoned, dedicated, and people-focused Head Teacher to provide strong academic and administrative leadership across the school.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving teaching excellence, managing staff performance, ensuring curriculum standards, and partnering with management to continuously improve learning outcomes.
• This role requires a mature, confident leader who can inspire teachers, engage parents, and uphold the school’s vision and values.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership:

• Provide overall academic leadership and supervision of teaching and learning activities
• Ensure effective implementation of Montessori, Nigerian, and British curricula
• Monitor lesson plans, classroom delivery, assessments, and pupils’ performance
• Lead curriculum planning, review, and continuous improvement initiatives

Staff Management & Development:

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback
• Identify training needs and support professional development of staff
• Foster teamwork, discipline, and a positive school culture

School Administration & Operations:

• Oversee daily school operations to ensure smooth academic and administrative processes
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and educational standards
• Maintain accurate academic records and reports
• Support school inspections, audits, and accreditation processes

Parent & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians
• Handle parent concerns professionally and proactively
• Represent the school positively at meetings and official engagements

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of NCE, B.Ed, B.Sc with PGDE, or equivalent qualification
• TRCN certification is an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar leadership role within a Nursery and Primary School
• Aged between 40-45 years
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and people management skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Location Requirement:

• Applicants must reside within or around: Ilupeju, Mushin, Oshodi, Ketu, Ojota, Mile 12, Gbagada, Yaba, Bariga, Surulere, and nearby areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive and attractive compensation package
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to lead a stable, well-structured school with growth potential
• Platform to make meaningful impact on pupils, staff, and the school community

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.