The M-PESA Foundation Academy, located in Thika, Kiambu, is a premier institution committed to providing world-class education grounded in the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. The Academy is known for its strong emphasis on holistic learning, nurturing not only academic excellence but also leadership, innovation, creativity, and social responsibility among learners.
To strengthen its teaching and learning team, the Academy is seeking to recruit a Kiswahili Teacher who is experienced, visionary, and passionate about impacting young learners. The successful candidate will bring strong professional experience, a commitment to student growth, and a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.
This role presents a unique opportunity for a teacher who is not only skilled in curriculum delivery but also dedicated to mentoring students, contributing to co-curricular life, and aligning with the Academy’s mission of shaping future leaders.
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Job Details
- Job Title: Kiswahili Teacher
- Job Grade: 6
- Proficiency Level: Professional
- Reports To: Head of Department (Languages/Social Sciences Pathway)
- Department: Teaching and Learning
- Contract Period: 2 Years
Role Purpose
The Kiswahili Teacher will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons that align with the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum. The role demands ensuring that students achieve academic excellence while promoting the Academy’s values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity.
The successful candidate will also contribute to the wider school community by supporting co-curricular activities, pastoral care, and professional development initiatives.
Key Accountabilities
1. Planning and Delivery
- Develop and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that meet CBE standards.
- Collaborate in designing unit/lesson plans, course outlines, and records of work.
- Integrate technology and active learning strategies to enhance teaching.
- Implement flipped learning approaches for home assignments.
- Support and participate in intervention programmes targeting learner improvement.
2. Assessment
- Design formative and summative assessments aligned with CBE.
- Provide timely, constructive verbal and written feedback to learners.
- Generate academic progress reports and administer examinations effectively.
- Contribute to setting and moderating assessments in line with institutional expectations.
- Analyse learner performance data to guide instructional adjustments.
3. Classroom Management
- Ensure punctuality and consistent adherence to teaching schedules.
- Manage student behaviour within classrooms, around the school, and during academic trips.
- Foster a supportive and stimulating teaching environment.
- Utilize resources and the Academy’s Learning Management System effectively.
- Maintain discipline while encouraging creativity and learner autonomy.
4. Professional Responsibilities
- Undertake pastoral duties, including serving as a homeroom tutor.
- Participate in co-curricular activities and guide students in life skills.
- Contribute to departmental and school-wide engagements.
- Take ownership of personal professional development, actively participating in CPD.
- Maintain collaborative working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the school’s cultural development and overall ethos.
- Set measurable objectives in line with the school’s appraisal system.
- Maintain an up-to-date professional portfolio tracking individual growth.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by senior leadership.
Technical and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a specialization in Kiswahili or related subject combination.
- Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
- Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a reputable institution.
- Strong ability to foster supportive learning environments.
- Proven professionalism, strong organizational abilities, and teamwork spirit.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills and Attitudes
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and engagement with learners.
- Analytical abilities to interpret assessment data and use it to inform teaching.
- A keen eye for detail and organizational effectiveness.
- Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and shared success.
Core Competencies
- Curriculum Mastery: Strong grasp of the CBE curriculum and pedagogy.
- Data-Driven Instruction: Ability to use learner performance data to improve outcomes.
- Differentiated Teaching: Skilled in addressing diverse learner needs.
- Classroom Leadership: Ability to build safe, respectful, and inspiring learning spaces.
- Communication: Strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Professional Growth: Dedication to continuous learning and reflective teaching practice.
Key Performance Indicators
Student Outcomes
- Learners meet or exceed grade targets.
- Strong engagement in both classroom and co-curricular activities.
- Clear progress demonstrated through assessments.
Teacher Effectiveness
- Positive results in classroom observations.
- Over 80% positive student feedback on teaching approaches.
Professional Growth
- Outstanding performance in annual evaluations.
- 100% attendance in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email.
Send your application to: [email protected] with the subject line “Kiswahili Teacher – KT/09/2025”.
Your application should include:
- A cover letter
- An updated CV
Deadline for submission: Friday, 19th September 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Notice:
- The Academy does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.
- The Academy has not appointed any agents to act on its behalf in this recruitment.
- The Academy is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
- M-PESA Foundation Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
