Teacher of English Language & Religious Education Rhodes Park Schools Group

COMPANY BRIEF:

The Rhodes Park Schools Group is composed of five companies: Rhodes Park Schools Limited, Woodford School Lusaka Limited, Ashford Academy Limited, EduServe Limited, and EduCorp Limited.

Rhodes Park School, established in the 1960s, is a premier private institution in Zambia, offering a K-12 education that follows both local and international curricula.

Woodford School Lusaka is a purpose-built co-educational institution in the Kabulonga area of Lusaka, providing 21st-century learning experience from Nursery through Grade 7.

Ashford Academy, which began operations in January 2022, is a co-educational boarding and day school situated on a 30-hectare estate, offering a balanced curriculum that includes both National and International (Cambridge IGCSE) pathways.

EduServe is the commercial arm of the Rhodes Park Schools Group, managing various school services such as the School Shops, Cafeteria, and Tuck-Shops across the group’s campuses.

EduCorp Limited, established in 2012, focuses on expanding the network of high-quality schools and colleges across Zambia and Southern Africa. Leveraging the experience and reputation of Rhodes Park Schools, EduCorp aims to ensure educational excellence and long-term financial sustainability while meeting the growing demand for quality education in the region. Within the group, EduCorp operates Ashford Academy and Woodford School Lusaka.

POSITION: Teacher of English Language & Religious Education

DEPARTMENT & LOCATION: Academic- Secondary Section, Lusaka

JOB PURPOSE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Job holder will be responsible for preparing and delivering well-structured and differentiated lessons to Pupils in the section of the School. The position holder will be expected to develop and stimulate the learners in subject-specific competencies.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Taking responsibility for a class in a specific subject, supporting, nurturing and taking a genuine interest in the holistic development of all children in that class.
• Working closely with the Head Teacher and colleagues to ensure effective teaching and learning.
• Developing and enriching professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences, CPDs, etc.
• Enforcing regulations concerning learners conduct and discipline.
• Planning and implementing a relevant, challenging and rigorous curriculum;
• Planning and delivering lessons, ensuring attention is given to appropriate differentiation.
• Contributing to collaborative learning at all levels of school life.
• Creating inquiry-based classrooms that develop critical thinking skills, knowledge and a range of skills within an environment based on trust, respect and fairness;
• Selecting relevant resources and leveraging digital tools to support and enhance learning;
• Develop appropriate assessment tasks, providing timely and effective feedback that enhances pupil’s learning;
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues in a professional manner;
• Provide appropriate pastoral support as and when necessary;
• Play an active role in the school’s extra-curricular programmes

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Full Grade 12 certificate with 5 Credit or better;
• A Secondary Teacher’s diploma in English and Religious Education with 2 years’ working experience in a reputable School. A Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage;
• Qualified teacher registered and licensed with The Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ)
• Must be familiar with the school pathways of Examinations Councils of Zambia (ECZ) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)
• A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Good administrative and interpersonal skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills
• Must hold high levels of integrity and professionalism
• Flexible & Transparent
• Must be computer literate