Details of Reception English Teacher

Role: Reception English Teacher

Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Reporting to: School Head Teacher

Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 Year)

Functional Relationships: Kindergarten Teaching Team, Students, Parents, School Leadership

Duties and Responsibilities

•       Lead instruction in English for a reception-level class, integrating subjects such as mathematics, science, social studies, religion, creative arts, and physical education.

•       Collaborate with the teaching team in all aspects of classroom life, including housekeeping, diapering, toilet training, meal service, and record-keeping.

•       Prepare and implement daily lesson plans and support the development of instructional materials aligned with the school’s curriculum.

•       Facilitate small group and whole class learning activities, ensuring they are developmentally appropriate and inclusive.

•       Assume full classroom leadership when required, maintaining structure and a supportive atmosphere.

•       Monitor and document student progress through anecdotal records, assessments, and portfolios.

•       Participate in or observe parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student development.

•       Provide classroom cover and support during staff breaks or absences.

•       Supervise children during meals, outdoor play, nature walks, and field trips, ensuring safety at all times.

•       Encourage the use of recycled and natural materials for creative expression and learning.

•       Maintain a clean, organised, and engaging classroom environment.

•       Lead environmental education activities, such as gardening sessions and nature exploration.

•       Maintain and update a personal portfolio (scrapbook of achievements) for each child throughout the school year.

•       Carry out any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the school leadership.

Behavioural Competencies

•       Serves as a role model, demonstrating professional and respectful behaviour both within and outside the school.

•       Builds warm and trusting relationships with children based on empathy and understanding.

•       Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and appreciation for children’s diverse backgrounds and needs.

•       Exercises patience and insight in managing age-appropriate behaviour and developmental challenges.

•       Works independently and shows initiative in classroom leadership and planning.

•       Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in communication with families and colleagues.

•       Responds effectively to emergencies and adapts to changes in schedule or classroom dynamics.

•       Demonstrates a growth mindset and openness to improving curriculum and instruction practices.

Skills and qualifications

Qualifications and Requirements

•       A Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

•       Fluent English speaker, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

•       Minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience in early childhood settings, preferably in an English-medium school.

•       Familiarity with play-based, child-centered, or Montessori-style learning approaches is an added advantage.

Personal Attributes

•       Passionate about early childhood development and education.

•       Kind, patient, and nurturing personality.

•       Organised and detail oriented.

•       Creative thinker who can make learning engaging and fun.

•       Flexible and adaptable to changing classroom needs.

•       A strong team player with good interpersonal skills.

How to apply

•       We will review completed applications on a rolling basis. If we identify an outstanding candidate early in the process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only contact shortlisted candidates.

•       You are required to attach a detailed CV and cover letter.

•         To apply, please visit the Careers page on the Pharo Foundation website and submit your application https://www.pharofoundation.org/index.php/current-opportunities

•       The application deadline is 8th June 2025.

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