Teaching Vacancies at Kampala International School
Job overview
Kampala International School Uganda (KISU) is seeking a committed and versatile Secondary Generalist Teachers to teach Key Stage 3 (KS3) English, Science, and IT/Digital Skills up to Key Stage 4. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the flexibility to support across these subjects and provide cover for absent colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in KS3 English, Science, and IT/Digital Skills.
- Employ a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds.
- Use formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate and improve students’ progress and attainment.
Curriculum Development
- Contribute to curriculum planning and development, ensuring alignment with KISU’s standards and objectives.
- Integrate technology effectively to support and enhance learning, especially in IT/Digital Skills lessons.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of curriculum requirements, particularly in KS3 English, Science, and IT.
Cover Teaching
- Provide effective cover for absent colleagues across various subjects as required.
- Ensure continuity of learning by following planned lessons and adjusting where necessary to support student understanding and engagement.
- Communicate effectively with other staff members to support covered classes and manage transitions.
Student Support and Wellbeing
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, self-confidence, and a growth mindset.
- Engage in pastoral care duties as required, supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic needs.
- Collaborate with the pastoral team and learning support staff to provide individualised support where necessary.
Professional Development and School Involvement
- Engage in professional learning opportunities to stay current with best practices in teaching and learning.
- Participate actively in KISU events, open days, and after-school programmes, contributing positively to the school community.
- Collaborate with colleagues and the wider KISU community to uphold and enrich the school’s ethos and mission.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Qualified teacher status or equivalent, with a relevant degree in Education or a related subject.
- Proven experience teaching KS3 subjects, with at least one of the following: English, Science, or IT/Digital Skills.
- Ability to provide high-quality teaching across multiple disciplines.
- Strong ICT skills with experience using educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.
Desirable:
- Experience teaching in an international or multicultural school setting.
- Familiarity with the English National Curriculum for KS3.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing timetables and cover requirements effectively.
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
- Adaptable and collaborative, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Proactive in seeking solutions to challenges and contributing to a positive school culture.
- Strong organisational skills, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards in all aspects of teaching and learning.
Teaching Vacancies at Kampala International School
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter, and references to recruitment@kisu.com. In the cover letter, please outline your experience and approach to teaching KS3 English, Science, and IT/Digital Skills and why you feel suited to a generalist teaching role.
Referees must include your current or most recent Principal/Head of School.
All KISU recruits are subject to stringent background checks.
