Primary School Teacher at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Primary School Teacher

Ref No:  IITA/P&C/NRS2026-001
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract (1-year renewable contract)

Duties
Teaching and Learning:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the PYP framework and school’s curriculum.
• Utilize various teaching strategies to engage students and promote academic excellence.
• Prepare class for Celebrations of Learning as specified in school policy documents.
• Prepare unit planners, lesson plans, and student portfolios.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing timely feedback to support learning and development.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and specialist teachers to ensure coherence across the curriculum.
• Integrate technology and other resources to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
• Promote the development of the Learner Profile attributes and ATL skills in all students.
• Reflect on teaching practices and participate in professional development to continually improve instructional effectiveness.

Classroom Management Responsibilities:

• Ensure a physically and emotionally safe environment for students through positive framing, kind communication with students and adults, and predictable, consistent routines.
• Use classroom and behavioural management strategies that are positive, structured, consistent, respectful, and responsive to student needs, to build a safe, orderly inclusive, and positive classroom community.
• Use a wide array of data to make instructional choices and create specific action plans to increase student achievement, including dynamic student grouping for small group instruction.
• Utilize an effective approach to behaviour management, time management, classroom organization and appearance, planning, teaching, and monitoring learning.
• Demonstrate an understanding of inquiry and give students choices to show their understanding.
• Encourage students to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage all students in activities.
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognize and reward achievement of self-reliance.
• Respect all deadlines set out by the PYP Coordinator and the Head teacher and keep proper documentation.

Assessment and Feedback:

• Develop and implement effective assessment strategies to monitor student progress.
• Provide constructive feedback that guides student learning and promotes growth.
• Analyze assessment data to identify learning gaps and inform instructional planning.
• Use a variety of assessment tools, including formative, summative, and peer/self-assessments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student performance and progress.
• Communicate assessment outcomes effectively to students, parents, and relevant stakeholders.
• Encourage students to reflect on their own learning and set personal learning goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent and fair assessment practices across the school.
• Adapt assessments to meet the diverse needs of learners and provide opportunities for all students to demonstrate understanding.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver units of inquiry.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians through regular updates and conferences.
• Participate in team meetings and professional learning communities to share best practices.
• Work closely with specialist teachers, support staff, and leadership to ensure a coherent learning experience for students.
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support a respectful and inclusive school environment.
• Share student progress, achievements, and concerns promptly with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives, events and celebrations to strengthen community engagement.
• Use ClassDojo and other communication channels to maintain consistent and transparent communication.

Professional Development:

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and PYP requirements.
• Reflect on teaching practices and student learning outcomes to inform future planning.
• Participate in workshops, conferences, and collaborative learning opportunities to enhance instructional skills.
• Share newly acquired knowledge and strategies with colleagues to support school-wide improvement
• Set personal professional goals and monitor progress toward achieving them.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school initiatives and curriculum enhancements.
• Stay informed about educational research, trends, and innovations relevant to the PYP and global education standards.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the Head of School.

Requirements
Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an International teaching school approved by an international schools association or body (e.g IBO, CIA, AISAN, COBIS, CIS, AISA)..
• Certification in PYP is an added advantage.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent teaching and classroom management skills.
• Display ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Show ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively in a team environment.
• Show commitment to continuous professional development.
• Have experience in curriculum design and instructional planning.
• Be capable of supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Be proficient in the use of Educational Technology.

Application Closing Date
15th January, 2026.