English Teacher

The Aga Khan Education Services (AKES) is one of the largest private, not-for-profit, non-denominational educational networks in the Global South. AKES currently operates over 190 pre-primary, primary, secondary and higher secondary schools and more than 100 non-formal education programmes in diverse geographic locations in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates. Most schools offer their respective country's national curricula, with some schools in East Africa and Bangladesh also offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). AKES employs over 6,500 teachers and staff and educates over 104,700 students. More information... The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKA, Nairobi) is an IB continuum school in Kenya authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum (IB) from Early Years through the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). With over 1000 students, AKA, Nairobi is a multi-cultural school with a variety of nationalities represented in our student and teaching faculty.

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi - Senior School has an opening for the position of: English Teacher (with the possibility of a Head of Department role).

Role Summary

The English Teacher will deliver engaging, inquiry-based instruction in developing students’ skills in reading, writing, speaking and critical analysis. The role involves planning and implementing IB-aligned lessons, assessing learning using criterion-based approaches and fostering a deep appreciation for language and literature. The teacher will support holistic student development, promote independent thinking and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive learning environment.

The position will also potentially serve as Head of Department, providing leadership, curriculum oversight and supporting continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons aligned with IB (MYP & DP) curriculum standards.
• Develop students’ skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and literary analysis.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity and appreciation of diverse texts and perspectives.
• Design differentiated learning experiences to meet diverse student abilities.
• Use inquiry-based and student-centered teaching approaches.
• Implement formative and summative assessments using IB criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and maintain accurate student progress records.
• Prepare students for internal and external assessments, including IB examinations.
• Create a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
• Act as a Homeroom Tutor, supporting students’ academic and pastoral needs.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities such as debate, drama or writing clubs.
• Engage actively with parents through conferences and communication channels.
• Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum planning and school initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education with specialization in English, Literature or a related field from a recognized university.
• Candidates currently in Kenya will require the Teacher’s Service Commission (TSC) registration.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in a diverse, multicultural, international school environment, with a strong understanding of student-centred, inquiry-based pedagogy.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience teaching IB Middle Years Programme and/or IB Diploma, or comparable curriculum, preferably within an international curriculum setting..

This position welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those locally based and internationally experienced.