The M-PESA Foundation Academy, located in Thika, Kiambu, is a leading educational institution dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic student development. The Academy has built a reputation for providing transformative education anchored on the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum, while nurturing learners to become visionary, responsible, and solution-driven citizens.
To further strengthen its commitment to quality education, the Academy is seeking to recruit a dynamic, visionary, and professional teacher with a strong foundation in Electricity, Physics or Mathematics. This role provides an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about shaping young minds, integrating innovation into teaching, and driving positive academic outcomes.
If you are experienced in the CBE curriculum, committed to learner-centered teaching, and ready to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators, this role may be the right fit for you.
Job Title: Electricity, Physics or Mathematics Teacher
Job Grade: 6
Proficiency: Professional
Reports To: Head of Department – Sciences / STEM Pathway
Department: Teaching and Learning
Contract Period: 2 Years
Role Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons in line with the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum. The role will ensure learners achieve both academic excellence and personal growth while upholding the values and mission of the Academy.
Key Accountabilities
1. Planning and Delivery
- Develop and deliver engaging lessons that meet CBE curriculum standards.
- Design unit and lesson plans, course outlines, and records of work in collaboration with colleagues.
- Incorporate technology, innovative pedagogy, and active learning strategies.
- Use flipped learning models for home assignments and provide intervention support where necessary.
2. Assessment
- Design formative and summative assessments aligned with CBE requirements.
- Provide timely, constructive verbal and written feedback to learners.
- Prepare academic progress reports and administer examinations effectively.
- Contribute to setting and moderating assessments to maintain quality and fairness.
- Analyze learners’ performance data to inform lesson planning and targeted intervention.
3. Classroom Management
- Ensure punctuality and consistent lesson delivery.
- Maintain discipline in class, within the school compound, and during academic excursions.
- Utilize resources effectively to maximize teaching outcomes.
- Use the Academy’s learning management system efficiently.
- Create a stimulating and supportive teaching environment that motivates learners.
4. Other Professional Responsibilities
- Undertake pastoral duties, including homeroom tutoring, to support learners’ holistic development.
- Lead and participate in co-curricular and life skills activities.
- Contribute actively to departmental meetings and whole-school culture development.
- Pursue continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities offered by the Academy.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, parents, and stakeholders.
- Keep an updated professional portfolio and engage in reflective teaching practices.
- Attend to any additional tasks assigned by the Head of Department, Head of Academics, or Director of Teaching and Learning.
Technical and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education with specialization in Physics, Mathematics, or Electricity.
- Must be a registered teacher with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
- Minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience in a comparable institution.
- Strong ability to create a supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence.
- High level of professionalism with strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Skills and Attitudes
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent data interpretation and analysis abilities.
- Positive attitude and willingness to embrace innovation.
- Ability to work collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards.
Core Competencies
- Curriculum Mastery: In-depth knowledge and application of CBE curriculum.
- Data-Driven Instruction: Effective use of assessments to guide lesson delivery.
- Differentiated Teaching: Addressing diverse learning needs within the classroom.
- Classroom Leadership: Creating an environment of safety, respect, and high expectations.
- Communication: Building strong, positive relationships with learners, colleagues, and parents.
- Professional Growth: Commitment to continuous development and reflective practice.
Key Performance Indicators
Student Outcomes
- Consistent achievement or surpassing of grade targets.
- Active student engagement in lessons and co-curricular activities.
- Demonstrated measurable progress through pre- and post-assessments.
Teacher Effectiveness
- Achieving effective ratings in classroom observation scores.
- At least 80% positive student feedback on teaching effectiveness.
Professional Growth
- Outstanding performance in annual evaluations.
- Full participation in all CPD sessions and trainings.
Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding Commitment
The M-PESA Foundation Academy is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Academy is also an equal opportunity employer, ensuring fair treatment for all applicants regardless of background.
Applicants are reminded that:
- The Academy does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- No agents have been engaged for recruitment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their applications via email to:
Ensure the subject line reads:
“Electricity/Physics or Mathematics Teacher – EP/09/2025”
Applications should include:
- A cover letter.
- A detailed CV.
Deadline for application: Friday, 19th September 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This job advert reflects the Academy’s commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. For more details about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached PDF (if provided).
