Ikoyi Nursery School Vacancy for Head Teacher May, 2015

Ikoyi Nursery School requires the services of a qualified and experienced candidate for the position
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Job Title:  Head Teacher

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.

Education and Experience

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

Key Competencies

    Ability to mentor and lead teaching staff
    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
    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

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
    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
    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

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are required to forward their CVs to: recruit@hbalogunconsult.com not later than 1 week from the date of this publication.