Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
Aga Khan Education Service, Uganda is seeking a Part-Time Teacher of French (IGCSE/IBDP) to provide effective teaching, learning, assessment, and student support within the assigned subject area.
The successful candidate will create an engaging classroom environment, deliver well-planned lessons, assess student progress, prepare learners for examinations, and contribute positively to the wider academic and co-curricular life of the school.
The teacher will also work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the school administration to promote strong learning outcomes and the overall development of students.
Key Responsibilities
1. Classroom Environment and School Ethos
The successful candidate will:
Create a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that recognizes students' different abilities, backgrounds, behaviours, and cultural identities.
Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom and ensure that students' work is appropriately displayed.
Report any damage, misuse, or safety concerns promptly.
Monitor student attendance and appearance and demonstrate professionalism through punctuality, appropriate presentation, and positive conduct.
Apply the school's guidance, counselling, and behaviour-management policies consistently.
Observe the school's timetable and participate fully in scheduled lessons, activities, special events, examination periods, and other required school duties.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding students' academic records, performance, and personal information.
2. Teaching and Learning
The teacher will:
Plan and deliver effective lessons that meet the learning needs and abilities of students.
Prepare and consistently use appropriate daily lesson plans.
Provide effective instruction, training, assessment, and academic support in French.
Promote a growth mindset by developing students' critical thinking, creativity, ethical awareness, responsibility, respect, and problem-solving skills.
Work collaboratively with other teachers and participate in professional learning communities to strengthen teaching practices and promote modern, 21st-century approaches to education.
Contribute to achieving agreed subject and examination targets.
Set, mark, and review homework in accordance with departmental and school policies.
Regularly check students' notebooks and use their work and performance to identify learning gaps and inform subsequent teaching.
Follow the relevant curriculum and ensure students receive adequate preparation for IGCSE/IBDP examinations.
Collaborate with colleagues on examination strategies, revision programmes, academic targets, and interventions.
Set, mark, and moderate examinations as directed by the Head of Department.
Analyse examination results and use assessment data to improve teaching and student learning.
Prepare student reports and submit them within the required timelines.
Maintain appropriate records of teaching and student progress to support learning targets.
Contribute to the school's wider cultural, sporting, club, and House activities.
Encourage student leadership, responsibility, teamwork, and participation in school life.
3. Parent and Community Engagement
The successful candidate will:
Maintain constructive communication with parents regarding students' academic performance, progress, behaviour, and development.
Participate in formal and informal teacher-parent consultations and conferences when required.
Attend relevant parent meetings and school engagements.
Promote and protect the positive image and reputation of the school both within and beyond the school community.
4. Professional Development
The teacher will be expected to:
Participate actively in professional development activities, including workshops, training programmes, technology training, and other learning opportunities.
Stay informed about emerging teaching approaches, educational technology, curriculum developments, and effective classroom practices.
Apply relevant knowledge and skills gained through professional development to improve classroom instruction.
Identify personal professional development needs and pursue continuous learning in line with the school's teacher career-development framework.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should possess:
A Bachelor's degree in Education or a Bachelor of Arts degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
At least five (5) years of teaching experience in the relevant curriculum.
Demonstrated consistency and effectiveness in classroom teaching and student performance.
Strong knowledge of contemporary teaching methods and approaches.
Good understanding of relevant educational policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Registration as a Graduate Teacher with the Ministry of Education and Sports.
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Strong knowledge and understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practices.
Familiarity with a range of modern teaching methodologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge and understanding of the current/new curriculum.
Ability to effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning.
Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous professional development.
Ability to create an inclusive learning environment that supports diverse learners.
Application Information
Qualified candidates interested in joining Aga Khan Education Service, Uganda should submit their applications through the organization's designated recruitment process.
Position: Part-Time Teacher of French (IGCSE/IBDP)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to review the stated qualifica
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