Class Teachers (Nursery & Primary School) at Kaplo Africa

Position Summary


The Class Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and developmentally appropriate instruction to pupils, ensuring academic excellence, emotional wellbeing, and positive classroom culture.
The ideal candidate must combine sound pedagogical knowledge with creativity, discipline, warmth, and strong classroom management skills.


Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum Delivery:


Plan and deliver structured, engaging, and learner-centered lessons.
Implement age-appropriate teaching strategies aligned with curriculum standards.
Prepare weekly lesson plans and termly schemes of work.
Use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods where applicable.


Early Child Care & Development (For Nursery Teachers):


Implement play-based and structured learning models.
Support pupils' cognitive, emotional, social, and motor development.
Maintain safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environments.
Observe and document developmental milestones.


Classroom Management:


Establish and maintain positive classroom discipline.
Create a structured, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
Promote character development and leadership traits among pupils.


Assessment & Reporting:


Conduct continuous assessments and maintain accurate records.
Prepare report cards and provide constructive feedback to parents.
Identify struggling learners and implement intervention strategies.


Parent & Stakeholder Engagement:


Maintain professional communication with parents.
Participate in Parent-Teacher Meetings.
Provide guidance to parents on supporting learning at home.


Professional Development & Collaboration:


Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and school programs.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance academic delivery.
Contribute to school growth initiatives and extracurricular activities.


Required Qualifications & Experience


Minimum of NCE, B.Ed., B.Sc. (Ed), or related field.
Specialization in Early Childhood Education is mandatory for Nursery Class Teachers.
Minimum of 2 - 5 years teaching experience in a standard nursery or primary school.
Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Digital literacy and basic ICT competence.


Core Competencies


Strong classroom management
Child-centered teaching approach
Emotional intelligence and patience
Creativity and innovation in lesson delivery
Strong organizational skills
Integrity and professionalism.


Personal Attributes:


Passionate about child development
Well-presented and articulate
Warm yet firm
Growth-oriented mindset
High ethical standards.