Job Title: Teacher G8 (2-year renewable contract)
Organisation: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture – IITA
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidate for the position of Teacher at the Institute's Headquarters in Ibadan.
Duties:
Successful candidate will:
Educational Role:
• Be committed to and promote academic excellence in the above mentioned subjects
• To coordinate the introduction and running of the Cambridge checkpoint English examinations and liaise with the Middle School staff regarding Language Arts Cambridge information
• To provide in-service training as required by Head
• To provide support and resources for English, Religions of the World & Drama teaching throughout the Middle School
• To keep the English, Religions of the World & Drama curriculum under review in consultation with the Middle School staff and the Head.
Teaching Role:
• Act as a teacher with the additional responsibility for Grade 8 following the timetable as agreed with the Head
• Follow the requirement of a class teacher as laid down in the class teacher's job description. In addition be responsible for the pastoral care of G8 pupils.
• Teach English, Religions of the World & Drama across the Middle School from Grade 6-8.
• Monitor record and evaluate the progress of the G6-G8 pupils' English, Religions of the World & Drama Skills
• Monitor English, Religions of the World & Drama resources and suggest new stock
• Maintain a well- ordered and attractively displayed teaching area in the G8 room
• Monitor the English, Religions of the World & Drama resources in the Middle School, ensuring a high standard of maintenance
• Liaise with the staff for clubs and/or special School events
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head.
Qualification and Experience: B.A English, PGDE. Minimum of five (5) years' teaching experience.
The ideal candidate must possess among others:
• Excellent English reporting, writing and oral communication skills
• Be committed to and promote academic excellence.
• Ready to provide in-service training as required by Head.
• Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritise and organize workload; take initiative and work under pressure
Remuneration: We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.
Please complete our online application form using the link below.
Closing Date: 21st May 2013.
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