French Teacher

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Company Details

Industry: Education Management
Description: The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is operated by Aga Khan Education Service Kenya (AKESK), a non-profit organization, with close to a hundred years’ experience operating schools in Kenya. Our first formal schools were opened in 1918, and AKESK currently operates 11 schools in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and… The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is operated by Aga Khan Education Service Kenya (AKESK), a non-profit organization, with close to a hundred years’ experience operating schools in Kenya. Our first formal schools were opened in 1918, and AKESK currently operates 11 schools in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret, serving close to 5,000 students with a quality, affordable education. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Education, Teaching

Job Description

Role Summary

  • The French Teacher will deliver engaging, inquiry-based instruction fostering language proficiency, cultural awareness and critical thinking. The role involves planning and implementing IB-aligned lessons, assessing student progress using criterion-based approaches and supporting holistic student development. The teacher will contribute to a collaborative learning environment, integrate technology effectively and inspire students to become confident communicators and globally minded individuals.
  • The position will also potentially serve as Head of Department, providing leadership, curriculum oversight and supporting continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver high-quality French lessons aligned with IB (MYP & DP) curriculum standards.
  • Develop students’ proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing in French.
  • Foster cultural awareness and appreciation for the language.
  • Design differentiated learning experiences to meet diverse student needs.
  • Use inquiry-based and student-centered teaching approaches.
  • Implement formative and summative assessments using IB criteria.
  • Provide timely, accurate feedback and maintain clear student progress records.
  • Prepare students for internal and external assessments, including IB examinations.
  • Create a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
  • Act as a Homeroom Tutor, supporting students’ academic and pastoral needs.
  • Contribute to co-curricular activities, language clubs and school events.
  • Engage actively in parent communication and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
  • Participate in collaborative planning with the Languages Department.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education with specialization in French.
  • 3 years of relevant IB (MYP and/or DP) experience in the subject area is highly desirable.
  • Teachers Service Commission (TSC) registration certificate.
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