Cambridge Year 7-9 Resident Teacher (Athi River International)

TL;DR

Cambridge Year 7-9 Resident Teacher (Athi River International) (Mathematics and Science): Delivering an engaging Cambridge-based learning experience for students through structured lessons, assessments, and experiential activities with an accent on inquiry-based learning, student development, and classroom safety. Focus on designing differentiated instruction, monitoring learner progress, and preparing students for Cambridge assessments while collaborating with school leaders and families.

Location: Onsite at hirify.global Athi River International School in Athi River, Kenya

Company

hirify.global is a pan-African independent network of schools in Kenya and South Africa focused on accessible, inquiry-based education from pre-primary through secondary school.

What you will do

• Plan and deliver Mathematics and Science lessons aligned with the curriculum, schemes of work, and lesson plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and engaging classroom environment that supports creative play, exploration, and learning.
• Develop and update schemes of work and lesson plans with the line coach and Curriculum Development Manager.
• Assess students, monitor their academic and developmental progress, and prepare reports for school leaders and parents.
• Adapt teaching methods for individual and group needs and supervise projects, field trips, visits, and other experiential activities.
• Participate in teacher training, professional meetings, school operations, and student safety duties, including bus loading and unloading.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of teaching experience.
• TSC certificate.
• Relevant degree in Education, P1 Diploma, or P1 Certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving ability, flexibility, and openness to change.
• Working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to establish behavioral expectations, manage classrooms, and support students with varying needs.

Nice to have

• Training, qualification, or experience teaching the Cambridge curriculum.
• Experience teaching Computing and Digital Literacy.
• Experience preparing learners for Year 9 Checkpoint and Year 11 IGCSE examinations.

Culture & Benefits

• Consistent and ongoing professional development.
• Clear career pathways and opportunities for professional growth.
• Energetic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative working environment.
• Culture that values flexibility, creativity, resilience, and a positive problem-solving mindset.

Hiring process

• Phone interview covering skills and experience.
• Written task or practical demonstration; teaching candidates complete an assessment and deliver a lesson.
• Final interview with the hiring manager.