ENGLISH TEACHER

Job Title: English Teacher

Reports to: KS Coordinator

Department & School: Teaching / Broadoaks British School

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver high-quality teaching and learning in English, developing students' literacy, language, and literary skills, while fostering a love of reading, writing, and communication.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The English Teacher is responsible for teaching English to students across various age ranges and abilities, promoting English excellence, and contributing to the school's English curriculum.

RELATIONSHIPS

The English teacher is selected by the Director of Schools in consultation with the HOS/KSC and HR.

The English teacher will report directly to the KS Coordinator. However, in the absence of the KSC, he/she will report to the HOS/DHOS who will also provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight. The English teacher works closely with other teachers, support teachers (SEN), students; and collaborates with parents/guardians, external exam boards and educational resource providers where required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and Deliver Engaging Lessons: Design and implement well-structured, engaging, and differentiated english lessons that cater to students with diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Assess and Monitor Student Progress: Regularly evaluate students' mathematical understanding through formative and summative assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback to support their learning.
• Curriculum Development and Innovation: Contribute to the development, implementation, and periodic review of the English curriculum, ensuring alignment with the school's educational objectives and external examination requirements.
• Extracurricular Engagement: Organise and lead English clubs, competitions, and enrichment programs to foster students' interest in English beyond the classroom.
• Create an Effective Learning Environment: Maintain a well-organised, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active learning and mathematical exploration.
• Collaboration with Colleagues: Work closely with other teachers, SEN support staff, and school leadership to share best practices, develop interdisciplinary learning opportunities, and support students with diverse needs.
• Parental and Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on student progress, address concerns, and offer strategies for supporting learning at home.
• Use of Technology in Teaching: Integrate technology and digital resources into English instruction to enhance engagement, problem-solving skills, and real-world applications of mathematical concepts.
• Professional Development and Continuous Learning: Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, workshops, and other professional development opportunities to enhance teaching effectiveness and stay updated on best practices in English education.
• School Community Participation: Support school-wide initiatives, events, and activities, actively contributing to the broader educational experience and the school's culture of excellence.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Lesson Effectiveness and Student Engagement

Deliver a minimum of 90% of planned lessons per term that are rated as engaging and well-structured based on student feedback, classroom observations, and lesson evaluations by school leadership.
• Student Performance and Progress

Achieve a minimum of 75% of students demonstrating progress in English as measured through termly assessments, with at least 10% of students exceeding expectations.
• Curriculum Development and Innovation

Contribute at least two curriculum enhancements or innovative teaching strategies per academic year that improve student learning outcomes and align with external examination standards.
• Extracurricular Involvement

Organise at least three English-related extracurricular activities per academic year, such as competitions, clubs, or enrichment sessions, with at least 60% student participation.
• Technology Integration in Teaching

Implement and utilise at least three digital tools or technology-based learning strategies per term to enhance English instruction and problem-solving skills.
• Parental and Stakeholder Communication

Maintain at least 90% positive parent engagement, ensuring timely updates on student progress through at least one structured communication per term (e.g., parent-teacher conferences, reports, or newsletters).
• Assessment, Recording and Reporting
• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use outcomes to adapt teaching accordingly.
• Provide quality marking and feedback and identify clear targets for future learning as appropriate.
• Carry out assessment cycles (e.g., collection of effort and attainment assessments, reports) as agreed by the school.
• Be familiar with the Code of Practice for identification and assessment of Special Educational Needs and keep appropriate records on Individual Education Plans.

SAFEGUARDING

Broadoaks British School is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ TRCN

Degree in English or related subject.

Experience teaching English in a British school setting (desirable)

Strong subject knowledge and pedagogical skills

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying ages and abilities

Familiarity with British English curriculum and assessment frameworks (e.g., GCSE, A-level)

WORKING LANGUAGE

English

WORKING HOURS

Monday through Friday from 7.20am to 4.00pm WAT; work on selected Saturdays may be required to cover staff training and community outreach.

LOCATION

Abuja, Nigeria

This Job Description is not exhaustive and may be updated to reflect changes in job requirements and business needs.