Class Teacher at CITIspeed Heritage Schools

CITIspeed Heritage Nursery and Primary School is a values-driven educational institution committed to nurturing young minds through a blend of academic excellence, character development, and 21st-century skills. Rooted in both the British and Nigerian curricula, we provide a warm, stimulating environment where children grow into confident, compassionate, and purpose-driven learners. Located in Abeokuta, our mission is to lay a solid foundation for lifelong learning and nation-building from the earliest years.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Class Teacher

Location: Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description 

• A highly reputable and standard Nursery & Primary School committed to academic excellence, structured Early Child Care, and holistic child development invites applications from passionate, competent, and growth-oriented Class Teachers to join its academic team.
• We seek educators who understand that teaching at the foundational level is not just instruction; it is character formation, cognitive development, and the nurturing of future leaders.

Position Summary

• The Class Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and developmentally appropriate instruction to pupils, ensuring academic excellence, emotional well-being, and positive classroom culture.
• The ideal candidate must combine sound pedagogical knowledge with creativity, discipline, warmth, and strong classroom management skills.

 Key Responsibilities
 Instruction & Curriculum Delivery:

• Plan and deliver structured, engaging, and learner-centered lessons.
• Implement age-appropriate teaching strategies aligned with curriculum standards.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and termly schemes of work.
• Use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods where applicable.

Early Child Care & Development (For Nursery Teachers):

• Implement play-based and structured learning models.
• Support pupils’ cognitive, emotional, social, and motor development.
• Maintain safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environments.
• Observe and document developmental milestones.

Classroom Management:

• Establish and maintain positive classroom discipline.
• Create a structured, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Promote character development and leadership traits among pupils.

Assessment & Reporting:

• Conduct continuous assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare report cards and provide constructive feedback to parents.
• Identify struggling learners and implement intervention strategies.

Parent & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Maintain professional communication with parents.
• Participate in Parent-Teacher Meetings.
• Provide guidance to parents on supporting learning at home.

Professional Development & Collaboration:

• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and school programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance academic delivery.
• Contribute to school growth initiatives and extracurricular activities.

Requires Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of NCE, B.Ed., B.Sc. (Ed), or related field.
• Specialization in Early Childhood Education is mandatory for Nursery Class Teachers.
• Minimum of 2–5 years teaching experience in a standard nursery or primary school.
• Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Digital literacy and basic ICT competence.

 Core Competencies:

• Strong classroom management
• Child-centered teaching approach
• Emotional intelligence and patience
• Creativity and innovation in lesson delivery
• Strong organizational skills
• Integrity and professionalism

Personal Attributes: 

• Passionate about child development
• Well-presented and articulate
• Warm yet firm
• Growth-oriented mindset
• High ethical standards.

Remuneration

• Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2026.