Current Vacancy at Ikoyi Nursery School - 2015

Ikoyi Nursery School requires the services of a qualified and experienced candidate for the position of

Job Title: Head Teacher

Location 
Lagos

Job Field
Administration, Secretarial, Education, Teaching

General Purpose
The Head Teacher will be responsible for creating academic policies, managing all teaching staff, developing the curriculum, and overseeing the school’s daily operations.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Monitor and support instructional activities, participate in and provide staff development, have deep knowledge of British curriculum and standards, evaluate and guide the instructional practices of teachers
Collaborate with teachers to plan instructional activities and lessons, which promote developmentally appropriate student learning
Oversee and formally evaluate the curriculum and the instruction of the teaching staff
Communicate the vision of the school to all stakeholders, be an active listener, maintain cooperative professional relationships, provide opportunities for two way communication between school and parent community
Create list of all necessary instructional equipment and supplies and provide to Committee for approval
Provide leadership and management of faculty and staff – train and evaluate all staff members, motivate, and provide a positive work environment
Handle all academic parent inquiries with professionalism and confidence
Report to the School Committee on a monthly basis without encouraging the need for micromanagement
Work closely with the Administrator to ensure that the school runs efficiently
Promote the positive image of the school

Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education with a specific understanding of the British curriculum
Early years foundation stage
A master’s degree in early childhood education or education administration (preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of experience working for a nursery school teaching the British curriculum
Experience in education management is strongly referred.

Key Competencies
Ability to mentor and lead teaching staff
High degree of confidence to manage teaching staff and parent community
Ability to work well with parents and manage parent relationships
Critical thinking skills
Innovative approach to education
Ability to ensure that the British curriculum is properly adhered to within the classroom
Ability to work independently and make critical leadership management decisions necessary for the school to function and grow

Interested Persons should send CV to recruit@hbalogunconsult.com

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