Head of Institution – Junior School

The Head of Institution for the Junior School will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the junior school section, ensuring alignment with the Kenyan national 8-4-4 curriculum. This includes overseeing instructional strategies, curriculum implementation, and staff development to enhance teaching quality and learner achievement. The role involves preparing students for national examinations such as KCPE and KPSEA, with a focus on achieving high performance standards. The Head of Institution will mentor staff, lead teams, and drive improvements in academic performance, particularly ensuring smooth transitions between upper and junior school levels. Additionally, the role requires maintaining a documented impact on staff development and learner outcomes, such as improved exam results and successful curriculum delivery.

Must Have: - The candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of success in delivering the Kenyan national 8-4-4 curriculum. This includes: - Instructional Expertise: Evidence of effective teaching and learning strategies aligned with the 8-4-4 system, particularly in preparing students for national examinations KCPE and actual evidence performance rank nationwide. Required Qualifications & Experience: - Age: 35 – 50 years. - Education: A Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Studies, or a related field from a recognized institution. - Certification: Must hold a valid registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and be in good standing. - Experience: At least 10 years of teaching experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role, either as a Deputy Headteacher or Headteacher, with a proven ability to mentor staff, lead teams, and raise performance standards. - School Level Experience: Must have experience teaching and managing at the primary school level, ensuring familiarity with both upper and junior school transitions and expectations. - Academic Performance Record: Proven academic performance record in KCPE (370 marks and above), KPSEA, or KJSEA (7.0 and above), at both County and National level. - Documented Impact: Documented evidence of impact on staff development and learner achievement, such as improved exam results, successful curriculum implementation, or enhanced teaching quality.