Biology & Chemistry Teacher

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Biology & Chemistry Teacher will plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons in alignment with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Competency-Based Education (CBE) curricula, ensuring each student achieves academic excellence while upholding the Academy’s mission and values.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Planning and Delivery 

• Develop and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons adhering to  CBE standards.
• Collaborate in designing unit/lesson plans, course outlines, and records of work.
• Integrate technology, active learning strategies, and assessment-driven instruction.
• Implement flipped learning for home assignments and support intervention programs.

Assessment 

• Design CBE -aligned formative/summative assessments and provide timely feedback.
• Generate academic progress reports and administer examinations effectively.
• Provide effective verbal and written feedback to learners in good time. 
• Contribute to setting and moderating formative and summative assessments in line with CBE expectations. 
• Analyze learners’ progress to inform future teaching and intervention. 

Classroom Management

• Manage teaching time through punctual and consistent attendance and observance of school timetable. 
• Manage students’ behavior in the classroom, on school campus and on Academic trips. 
• Utilize resources efficiently to enable effective outcomes. 
• Use Academy Learning management system effectively. 
• Develop and maintain a stimulating teaching environment. 

Other Professional Responsibilities 

• Undertake pastoral duties, including that of a homeroom tutor so students are adequately supported through their school journey. 
• Participate in, organize and guide co-curricular and life skills activities. 
• Actively contribute to department engagements and pastoral responsibilities 
• Take ownership of own professional development and participate in CPD provided by the Academy. 
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships and relevant liaison and communication with staff and other stakeholders. 
• Attend to duties assigned. 
• Contribute to the development of whole school culture. 
• Set objectives in line with the school’s appraisal system. 
• Maintain a vibrant and rich professional portfolio tracking individual progress 
• Undertake any other additional tasks as may be reasonably required by the Head of Department, Head of Academics and Director of Teaching and Learning. 

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Student Outcomes – Meet/exceed grade targets (IB/CBE benchmarks). Engagement in lessons & co-curriculars. Measurable progress via pre/post-assessments.
• Teacher Effectiveness – Overall score of “effective” in classroom observations (per formal classroom observation). 75+ positive student feedback on agreed differentiators as per student survey form. Outstanding performance in annual evaluations.
• Professuional Growth – 100% CPD attendance. Innovate with 1+ tech/digital tool annually

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Curriculum Mastery: Deep understanding of IB & CBE frameworks.
• Data-Driven Instruction: Uses assessments to tailor teaching.
• Differentiated Teaching: Addresses diverse learning needs.
• Classroom Leadership: Safe, respectful, and high-expectation environment.
• Communication: Builds strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Professional Growth: Commits to CPD and reflective practice.

TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in education in the subject combination 
• Must be TSC registered. 
• At least 5 years teaching experience or equivalent in a comparable institution. 
• Ability to foster a supportive environment for learners and educators to realize their full potential and willingness to work collaboratively. 
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all areas. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Demonstrable planning and organization skills and ability

Send your CV, a cover letter, and your expected salary to; [email protected] by 26th June, 2026, with the subject line: Job Title