Primary Teacher
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Kigali International Community School
Kigali, RwandaJob Description
Required Qualifications:
- Passion for serving God in the context of education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
- At least one year of primary teaching experience (open to first-year teachers after a successful student teaching experience)
- Holds ACSI certification or ability to obtain one
Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid US State Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
- Two or more years of successful teaching experience
- Prior experience in an international school
- Master’s Degree in Education or related field
- Understanding of Common Core Standards
- Experience with English Language Learners and students with special needs
- Experience with Science of Reading
Role Specific Responsibilities:
- Teaches core subjects of Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Bible
- Collaborates with teachers and leadership around student progress
- Focuses on language arts strategies for developing readers
- Utilizes methods of progress monitoring and running records (e.g NWEA MAP, benchmark assessments)
- Manage classroom and student behavior using Love and Logic, PBIS, and Restorative Practices and Justice
- Identifies and seeks support for students who are struggling
- Supervises students on assigned days for lunch, drop off, and pick up
- Participates and adds value to all professional development and meetings
- Communicates regularly with parents
- Other duties as assigned
Professional Characteristics:
- Teaches/leads from a Christ-centered worldview
- Effectively collaborates in team settings
- Demonstrates superb communication skills
- Uses data to adapt curriculum and refine instruction
- Operates from a growth mindset, able to reflect, learn, and progress
- Articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues
- Shows a love of learning that translates into a positive, rigorous classroom culture
- Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual
- Utilizes technology to enhance student learning and partner with parents
- Exhibits a passion for equipping students to think critically, solve problems, and exercise self-discipline
- Interacts with people in a culturally intelligent manner
- Lives out faith in a way that facilitates discipleship, mentoring, and relationship building with students
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Free education for staff children
Job Requirements
About Kigali International Community School
KT9824 2, Kigali, RW
Our Vision:
To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.
Our Vision:
To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.
This Is What Makes KICS Stand Out:
- An international school with over 27 nationalities represented
- First US-accredited school in Rwanda
- Fully accredited member of MSA and ACSI
- Christ-Centered worldview
- Rigorous US-Accredited academics, with advanced placement (AP) classes offered in high school
- College & career preparation
- Official national site for ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP exams
- Learning support available
- Small class sizes
- Qualified & Passionate Staff
- Fine Arts & Athletics Programs
- Sports and extracurriculars
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Primary Teacher
Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- Passion for serving God in the context of education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
- At least one year of primary teaching experience (open to first-year teachers after a successful student teaching experience)
- Holds ACSI certification or ability to obtain one
Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid US State Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
- Two or more years of successful teaching experience
- Prior experience in an international school
- Master’s Degree in Education or related field
- Understanding of Common Core Standards
- Experience with English Language Learners and students with special needs
- Experience with Science of Reading
Role Specific Responsibilities:
- Teaches core subjects of Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Bible
- Collaborates with teachers and leadership around student progress
- Focuses on language arts strategies for developing readers
- Utilizes methods of progress monitoring and running records (e.g NWEA MAP, benchmark assessments)
- Manage classroom and student behavior using Love and Logic, PBIS, and Restorative Practices and Justice
- Identifies and seeks support for students who are struggling
- Supervises students on assigned days for lunch, drop off, and pick up
- Participates and adds value to all professional development and meetings
- Communicates regularly with parents
- Other duties as assigned
Professional Characteristics:
- Teaches/leads from a Christ-centered worldview
- Effectively collaborates in team settings
- Demonstrates superb communication skills
- Uses data to adapt curriculum and refine instruction
- Operates from a growth mindset, able to reflect, learn, and progress
- Articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues
- Shows a love of learning that translates into a positive, rigorous classroom culture
- Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual
- Utilizes technology to enhance student learning and partner with parents
- Exhibits a passion for equipping students to think critically, solve problems, and exercise self-discipline
- Interacts with people in a culturally intelligent manner
- Lives out faith in a way that facilitates discipleship, mentoring, and relationship building with students
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Free education for staff children
Job Requirements
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About Kigali International Community School
KT9824 2, Kigali, RW
Our Vision:
To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.
Our Vision:
To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.
This Is What Makes KICS Stand Out:
- An international school with over 27 nationalities represented
- First US-accredited school in Rwanda
- Fully accredited member of MSA and ACSI
- Christ-Centered worldview
- Rigorous US-Accredited academics, with advanced placement (AP) classes offered in high school
- College & career preparation
- Official national site for ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP exams
- Learning support available
- Small class sizes
- Qualified & Passionate Staff
- Fine Arts & Athletics Programs
- Sports and extracurriculars
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