Primary School Teacher with Assistant Hostel Parent Role (Upper or Lower Primary)

POSITION: Primary School Teacher with Assistant Hostel Parent Role (Upper or Lower Primary)
START DATE: 1^st May 2025
DATE ADVERTISED:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5^th March, 2025
CONTRACT TYPE: Full Time / 2 Years
JOB DESCRIPTION: Download Here

INTRODUCTION:

Chengelo School is a Christian, International boarding school with a vision to provide the best quality education to produce future generations of leaders for Zambia and beyond. Located in a beautiful setting in rural Zambia, the school comprises both Primary and Secondary sections as well as an Outdoor Education Centre.

After a period of significant growth, we are seeking dedicated educators to join our team to drive the school forward into its next phase.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Primary School Teacher with Assistant Hostel Parent Role

The Primary School Teacher will make the education of the pupils their first concern and will be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. The teacher will act with honesty and integrity, have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as a teacher up-to-date, and be self-critical. They will forge positive professional relationships and work with parents in the best interests of the pupils.

PERSON PROFILE:

• Holds a degree in Education or a relevant field and is a licensed teacher.
• Possesses a minimum of three years’ teaching experience, preferably in the Cambridge curriculum or similar.
• Demonstrates expertise in teaching young learners and fostering a nurturing classroom environment.
• Has a proven track record of excellent pupil engagement and progress.
• Employs innovative teaching strategies that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Commits to continuous professional development and contributes to the growth of the Primary Department.
• Upholds strong Christian values and is dedicated to the vision and mission of Chengelo School.

REMUNERATION:

Staff who work at Chengelo do so out of a sense of calling and are paid at good local Zambian rates. The school provides accommodation on site; discounted school fees; main meal during term time; local medical cover; transport home every two years; and a gratuity payment at the end of the contract.

Chengelo School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory teacher registration check, police check, referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to the candidate’s eligibility to engage in activities involving young people.

CONTACT:

For further details including the job description and an application form please visit our website: www.chengeloschool.org/work-with-us/

Please note that if you do not fill in a Chengelo application form we will not be able to consider your application.