English Teacher at Stella Maris School (2 Openings)

Stella Maris Schools, Founded in 1996, Stella Maris began as a small community school dedicated to nurturing children through faith and discipline. Over the years, our vision expanded — transforming into a network of campuses that now welcome students from across Nigeria and around the world. Our journey is marked by resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: English Teacher

Location: Area 1, Garki - Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A secondary English teacher instructs students (typically 6th-12th grade) in literature, writing, and language, developing critical thinking and literacy skills.
• Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, grading assignments, facilitating discussions, managing classroom behavior, preparing students for exams, and providing feedback to help students achieve learning objectives.

Core Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Planning and delivering engaging lessons covering literature, grammar, and writing styles.
• Assessment: Setting, marking, and returning assignments, tests, and exams in accordance with school policies.
• Classroom Management: Ensuring a safe, positive, and productive learning environment that encourages high standards of behavior.
• Student Support: Monitoring progress, conducting one-on-one sessions, and supporting students with special educational needs or learning gaps.
• Communication: Meeting with parents/guardians to discuss academic progress and maintaining professional relationships.
• Professional Development: Staying updated with teaching methods, curriculum changes, and incorporating technology into lessons.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field, often requiring teaching certification/licensure.
• Expertise: High proficiency in English literature, grammar, and composition.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to engage teenagers.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to handle lesson planning, tracking, and grading for multiple classes.
• Classroom Management: Strong interpersonal skills to manage diverse learning styles and classroom dynamics.

Working Conditions:

• Typically work in schools, often including time before/after school for prep, meetings, and grading.
• Often involves extracurricular duties, such as supervising literary events or clubs.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@smsabuja.sch.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.