Mathematics Teacher

The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its facilities include …

Mathematics Teacher

Position Summary

• The Head Teacher will provide strategic, ethical and values-based leadership to position the school as a School of Choice in Kisumu, recognised for academic excellence, holistic learner development, innovation and a strong culture of care, inclusion and belonging.

• The role holder will lead the effective delivery and continuous improvement of the Grade 1–9 educational programme, ensuring quality teaching and learning, effective implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum, and seamless learner progression from primary to junior school. The Head Teacher will promote excellence across academic, co-curricular, sports, leadership and talent development programmes, while nurturing an inclusive school culture grounded in ethics, pluralism, spirituality, respect and the values of AKESK and AKDN.

• The Head Teacher will provide instructional and operational leadership, develop and motivate a high-performing team, strengthen relationships with parents and the wider community, and ensure school performance is consistently monitored against agreed targets, quality standards and learner outcomes. The role also entails effective management of human, financial and physical resources, safeguarding and learner wellbeing, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of school systems and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• School Management: Manage the school efficiently and effectively, ensuring compliance in curriculum systems, staff management and appraisal, compensation and professional development, student discipline, budget and finance, parental and community relations, and school operations.

• Strategic Leadership: Translate the school’s vision into clear priorities and measurable outcomes, strengthening its reputation as a School of Choice in Kisumu.

• Academic Excellence: Drive effective implementation of the CBE curriculum across Grades 1–9, strengthen teaching and assessment practices, and improve learner achievement and progression.

• Learner Wellbeing: Foster a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment by promoting safeguarding, positive discipline, learner wellbeing and equitable access to learning opportunities.