Upper Primary Teacher

Location: Diamond Junior School (South B Campus)

Reports to: Principal

About the School: Founded in 2009, Diamond Junior School is a values-based institution that currently caters to Kindergarten and primary levels using the CBC curriculum. The School is passionately committed to developing learners into contributing members of the wider community.

Vision: We strive to equip and inspire children to rise to their full God-given potential.

Mission: To offer excellence in Academics, Sports, Arts, Technology, and beyond, cultivating positive character traits and inspiring global citizenship.

Job Summary: Responsible for cultivating the learners’ interest in education and development. Responsibilities will include grading assignments, evaluating learners’ progress, and planning educational activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
• Allocate and grade homework, assignments, and tests.
• Assess and record learners’ progress and provide feedback.
• Supervise classes to ensure all learners learn in a safe and productive environment.
• Organize teaching/learning best resources for presentations.
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom.
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents, and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings.
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events.
• Observe and understand learners’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse, etc.
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences, etc.
• Prepare and distribute periodic progress reports and termly report cards.
• Evaluate and document learners’ progress.

Key Skills and Competencies:  

• Minimum education qualification - Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (DPTE)
• TSC registration is compulsory.
• The ability to teach Maths, Agriculture and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience as a teacher – Minimum 3 years experience.
• Thorough knowledge of best teaching practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures.
• Ability to integrate ICT in learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, energetic, and a team player.
• Strong moral values and discipline.

Deadline: Interested parties should send their online applications on or before 4th July 2025.

Correspondence: Detailed CV to be submitted to careers@diamondjunior.com

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process.