Hampos Academy is a private, secular nursery and primary school located in the serene Apo Resettlement area of Abuja, Nigeria. The school uses a blended British-American curriculum designed to build critical thinking, confidence, and strong moral character in students
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Academics
Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full-time
Job Overview
- The Head of Academics in Hampos Academy is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the academic programmes.
- The role ensures the delivery of a high-quality curriculum, promotes excellence in teaching and learning, monitors pupil achievement, and supports the professional growth of teaching staff.
- The Head of Academics works collaboratively with school leadership to foster an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment that aligns with the school's vision and educational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership:
- Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the academic programme.
- Ensure effective delivery of the curriculum in line with national and international educational standards where applicable.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve teaching quality and pupil learning outcomes.
- Monitor curriculum coverage and ensure consistency across all primary classes.
Teaching and Learning:
- Observe classroom instruction and provide constructive feedback and coaching to teachers.
- Promote innovative, learner-centred teaching methodologies.
- Ensure lesson plans, schemes of work, and instructional materials meet school expectations.
- Coordinate academic interventions for pupils requiring additional support or enrichment.
Assessment and Performance Monitoring:
- Oversee the design and implementation of assessment systems.
- Analyse assessment data to monitor pupil progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure timely preparation of examination schedules, marking processes, results, and academic records.
- Lead academic review meetings to evaluate performance trends.
Staff Development:
- Mentor, supervise, and evaluate teaching staff.
- Identify professional development needs and organise relevant training sessions.
- Foster collaboration and the sharing of best teaching practices among teachers.
- Support the induction of new academic staff.
Quality Assurance:
- Maintain high academic standards throughout the school.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and educational regulations.
- Review curriculum resources and recommend improvements.
- Monitor classroom management and instructional quality.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Work closely with the school leaders on academic planning.
- Communicate academic expectations and pupil progress with parents when required.
- Coordinate academic meetings, workshops, and school improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with other departments to support whole-school goals.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Prepare academic reports for school management.
- Coordinate academic calendars, examination timetables, and curriculum planning schedules.
- Manage academic documentation and records efficiently.
- Perform other duties assigned by the School Director or Proprietress
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field (required).
- Master's Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Studies, or a related discipline (preferred).
- Teaching certification or professional qualification recognised by relevant educational authorities.
- Additional training in educational leadership or school administration is an advantage.
Experience:
- 5–8 yearsof teaching experience in a primary school.
- At least *3 yearsin an academic leadership, curriculum coordination, or supervisory role.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum planning, teacher supervision, and academic quality assurance.
- Experience analysing assessment data and implementing school improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with both local and international curricula is an added advantage.
Personal Attributes:
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong instructional leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
- Passion for children's education and academic excellence.
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor teaching staff.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to continuous professional learning and innovation.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse school community.
- Adaptability, resilience, and a positive attitude toward change.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high academic standards.
- Emotional intelligence and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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