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Primary School Teacher at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
August 27, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Duties
Commitment to creating a positive and balanced learning environment:
Foster and maintain a positive, disciplined, and respectful learning environment
Develop and submit lesson plans in line with the IB framework and course guidelines in a timely manner
Deliver instruction aligned with the IITA School's curriculum, policies, and standards
Demonstrate adequate preparation through effective use of teaching resources and materials
Differentiate lessons to accommodate diverse abilities and learning styles
Clearly communicate lesson objectives and provide opportunities for student reflection and self-evaluation
Promote teamwork and collaborative learning among students
Design and deliver engaging, relevant, and student-centered lessons
Effectively implement prescribed curricula while incorporating additional teaching resources and activities
Integrate opportunities to promote intercultural understanding within lessons
Maintain a well-organized, stimulating, and visually appealing teaching environment
Ensure student work is appropriately displayed and updated regularly
Encourage independent learning among students
Collaborate with and effectively utilize additional staff in lesson planning and delivery
Prepare and provide appropriate cover work in the event of absence
Maintain effective communication and collaboration with students
Build and sustain cooperative and professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and students
Deliver a teaching load of up to 25 out of 30 lessons per week, as assigned.
Assessment of students' academic development and well-being:
Assess new students, where required, and recommend appropriate levels of support
Continuously evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress to support final assessments
Communicate promptly with parents regarding concerns that may impact students' academic performance
Complete all school requirements for assessment and record-keeping in a timely manner
Monitor and document students' well-being, reporting any significant concerns as required.
Commitment to reflection and improvement of personal practice:
Participate in the teacher evaluation programme
Engage in peer observation activities to support professional growth
Proactively seek opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and stay updated on current educational practices
Attend and actively participate in in-house training, external courses, and professional conferences.
Contribution to School Community:
Actively contribute to school improvement initiatives
Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues
Attend and meaningfully contribute to all required meetings
Perform assigned supervisory duties, including break-time supervision
Support and contribute to the school's extra-curricular programmes
Promote parental engagement and participation in school activities, including Parent-Teacher events
Demonstrate a sound understanding of school policies and respond effectively to routine parent inquiries.
Requirements
Qualifciations:
BSc Degree in Education or related field with a teaching qualification and a minimum of three (3) years' experience in international teaching school approved by an international schools association or body (e.g. IBO, CIE, AISEN, COBIS, COIS, AISA).
Possession of Teaching qualification recognised by TRCN or additional qualifications from International organizations (e.g. CIE, IBO) is an added advantage.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
Have strong understanding of the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and learner-centered teaching approaches
Have proven experience in lesson planning and student assessment
Have excellent classroom management and communication skills
Have demonstrated commitment to student well-being, safeguarding, and inclusive education.
Commitment to creating a positive and balanced learning environment:
Foster and maintain a positive, disciplined, and respectful learning environment
Develop and submit lesson plans in line with the IB framework and course guidelines in a timely manner
Deliver instruction aligned with the IITA School's curriculum, policies, and standards
Demonstrate adequate preparation through effective use of teaching resources and materials
Differentiate lessons to accommodate diverse abilities and learning styles
Clearly communicate lesson objectives and provide opportunities for student reflection and self-evaluation
Promote teamwork and collaborative learning among students
Design and deliver engaging, relevant, and student-centered lessons
Effectively implement prescribed curricula while incorporating additional teaching resources and activities
Integrate opportunities to promote intercultural understanding within lessons
Maintain a well-organized, stimulating, and visually appealing teaching environment
Ensure student work is appropriately displayed and updated regularly
Encourage independent learning among students
Collaborate with and effectively utilize additional staff in lesson planning and delivery
Prepare and provide appropriate cover work in the event of absence
Maintain effective communication and collaboration with students
Build and sustain cooperative and professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and students
Deliver a teaching load of up to 25 out of 30 lessons per week, as assigned.
Assessment of students' academic development and well-being:
Assess new students, where required, and recommend appropriate levels of support
Continuously evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress to support final assessments
Communicate promptly with parents regarding concerns that may impact students' academic performance
Complete all school requirements for assessment and record-keeping in a timely manner
Monitor and document students' well-being, reporting any significant concerns as required.
Commitment to reflection and improvement of personal practice:
Participate in the teacher evaluation programme
Engage in peer observation activities to support professional growth
Proactively seek opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and stay updated on current educational practices
Attend and actively participate in in-house training, external courses, and professional conferences.
Contribution to School Community:
Actively contribute to school improvement initiatives
Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues
Attend and meaningfully contribute to all required meetings
Perform assigned supervisory duties, including break-time supervision
Support and contribute to the school's extra-curricular programmes
Promote parental engagement and participation in school activities, including Parent-Teacher events
Demonstrate a sound understanding of school policies and respond effectively to routine parent inquiries.
Requirements
Qualifciations:
BSc Degree in Education or related field with a teaching qualification and a minimum of three (3) years' experience in international teaching school approved by an international schools association or body (e.g. IBO, CIE, AISEN, COBIS, COIS, AISA).
Possession of Teaching qualification recognised by TRCN or additional qualifications from International organizations (e.g. CIE, IBO) is an added advantage.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
Have strong understanding of the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and learner-centered teaching approaches
Have proven experience in lesson planning and student assessment
Have excellent classroom management and communication skills
Have demonstrated commitment to student well-being, safeguarding, and inclusive education.