Elementary School Teacher at American International School of Lagos

The American International School of Lagos Nigeria is a globally recognised not-for-profit school serving over 500 children from some 50+ nationalities. Situated on Victoria Island, the commercial heart of Lagos, the schools highly qualified faculty and staff designs meaningful learning experiences which empower students and develop the whole child.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Elementary School Teacher

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Plan and document units using UbD framework
• Deliver differentiated, high-quality instruction
• Use technology to enhance learning
• Design and use assessments to inform instruction and evaluate student progress
• Create a safe, engaging learning environment
• Collaborate with colleagues, pursue professional growth
• Coach or lead an extracurricular activity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree minimum
• 2+ years teaching experience at progressive/international schools
• Current teaching certification
• Experience in community-centered schools

Knowledge & Skills:

• Child development expertise
• Familiarity with Understanding by Design (UbD)
• Proficiency in standards-based assessment and high-impact instructional strategies
• Strong classroom management and child safeguarding practices
• Exceptional communication and IT skills
• Commitment to inclusion and differentiated instruction
• Data-driven, results-oriented approach
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity

Personal Qualities:

• Lifelong learner with a sense of humor
• Team player, community-minded
• Strong work ethic, growth mindset
• Resilient, adaptable, empathetic

Terms

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Annual performance evaluations

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note
The application should contain:

• One-page letter of interest
• A 1-2 page CV
• Academic Credentials
• Contact details for three confidential references