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Elementary Teacher

Responsibilities:

An Elementary School Teacher is responsible for teaching fundamental subjects to students in grades K-5.

  • Live a life reflective of Christian principles in and out of the workplace.
  • Protect the image of the school by maintaining the school's core values and statement of faith in daily living.
  • Work closely and professionally with a teacher's aide (if applicable) to cultivate a conducive learning environment for students.
  • Work professionally and as a team with other members of the faculty and staff
  • Monitor and record students attendance and academic progress using Sycamore School, the student information system.
  • Follow or create curriculum mapping using set standards through an online curriculum platform for American International School.
  • Engage in activities that encourage learning and age-appropriate development.
  • Monitor students' playtime and physical activities.
  • Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce and develop the learning concerpts and skills including fine motor skills.
  • Prepare for lessons from unit plans by gathering materials or setting up activities.
  • Oversee student lunch; train students to clean spaces before and after eating.
  • Enforce school-wide safety procedures,disciplinary codes, and rewards.
  • Supervise students in class, between classes, during lunch and play periods.
  • Ensure space and shared toys are clean,sanitized, and orderly.
  • Engage and encourage students to use their language skills, and develop social skills and manners.
  • Document student development and progress to share with parents.
  • Perform administrative tasks(filing,record keeping etc) as needed.
Posted: January 2023
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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LocationAccra, Ghana
Start DateMay 2023
Eligible CandidatesUniversity Graduate, Licensed Teacher
Student LevelElementary, Middle School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Transportation by school bus to and from school on week days or any other days as the employer may approve.
  • Health Insurance
  • Work and resident permit assistance.
  • Salary that commensurates with experience and teaching licensure.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours
TESL/TEFL Certificate
TESL/TEFL Diploma Level
Other Certification
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorElementary or Primary Education
Additional School Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Personal testimony as a Christian.
  • Bachelor's degree in education or a closely related field.
  • Certification or licensure as a teacher from an accredited source.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient computer skills and Google suite.
  • Patient and compassionate to young children's needs and emotions.