Organization:\u00a0\u00a0Silverleaf Academy Ltd
\n\u00a0Location:\u00a0 Silverleaf Academy, Usa River Campus, Tanzania
\n\u00a0Position:\u00a0\u00a0Head of Middle Primary (Grades 3 and 4)
\n\u00a0Contract Type:\u00a0\u00a0Full Time
\n\u00a0Contract Duration:\u00a0\u00a02 years<\/p>\n
\u00a0Line Manager:\u00a0\u00a0Head Teacher
\n\u00a0Direct Reports:\u00a0 Grade Leads and Teachers
\n\u00a0Organization Overview:
\nSilverleaf\u00a0 Academy\u00a0 is\u00a0 a\u00a0 chain\u00a0 of\u00a0 affordable\u00a0 private\u00a0 pre-primary\u00a0 and\u00a0 primary\u00a0 schools\u00a0 in\u00a0 Tanzania,\u00a0 providing\u00a0 high-quality\u00a0 education\u00a0 to\u00a0 lower-middle-income\u00a0 families.\u00a0 Using\u00a0 Tanzania\u2019s\u00a0 national\u00a0 curriculum,\u00a0 Silverleaf\u00a0 incorporates\u00a0 a\u00a0 tech-supported\u00a0 and\u00a0 inclusive\u00a0 learning\u00a0 approach.\u00a0 The\u00a0 school\u00a0 emphasizes\u00a0 the\u00a0 mastery\u00a0 of\u00a0 basic\u00a0 skills\u00a0 like\u00a0 reading,\u00a0 writing,\u00a0 and\u00a0 math,\u00a0 while\u00a0 nurturing\u00a0 critical\u00a0 thinking,\u00a0 collaboration,\u00a0 and\u00a0 entrepreneurial\u00a0 abilities.\u00a0 Silverleaf\u2019s\u00a0 mission\u00a0 is\u00a0 to\u00a0 prepare\u00a0 students\u00a0 for\u00a0 the\u00a0 future\u00a0 with\u00a0 well-rounded\u00a0 skills.\u00a0 The\u00a0 academy\u00a0 is\u00a0 currently\u00a0 scaling\u00a0 up\u00a0 its\u00a0 Usa\u00a0 River\u00a0 campus\u00a0 to serve over 1,000 students by January 2025.
\nSchool supplies
\n\u00a0Role Overview:
\nThe\u00a0 Head\u00a0 of\u00a0 Middle\u00a0 Primary\u00a0 is\u00a0 responsible\u00a0 for\u00a0 overseeing\u00a0 the\u00a0 academic\u00a0 and\u00a0 developmental\u00a0 progress\u00a0 of\u00a0 students\u00a0 in\u00a0 Grades\u00a0 3\u00a0 and\u00a0 4.\u00a0 Reporting\u00a0 to\u00a0 the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Teacher,\u00a0 this\u00a0 role\u00a0 involves\u00a0 implementing\u00a0 the\u00a0 curriculum,\u00a0 managing\u00a0 the\u00a0 teaching\u00a0 team,\u00a0 tracking\u00a0 student\u00a0 progress,\u00a0 and\u00a0 ensuring\u00a0 that\u00a0 students\u00a0 meet\u00a0 the\u00a0 desired\u00a0 learning\u00a0 outcomes.\u00a0 The\u00a0 Head\u00a0 of\u00a0 Middle\u00a0 Primary\u00a0 also\u00a0 plays\u00a0 a\u00a0 key\u00a0 role\u00a0 in\u00a0 supporting\u00a0 the\u00a0 holistic\u00a0 development\u00a0 of\u00a0 students\u00a0 through\u00a0 co-curricular\u00a0 programs and engaging with parents to promote a strong home-school partnership.<\/p>\n
School Culture and Team Development<\/p>\n
Conduct performance\u00a0 evaluations\u00a0 for\u00a0 teaching\u00a0 staff,\u00a0 providing\u00a0 feedback\u00a0 on\u00a0 strengths\u00a0 and areas for development for Grades 3 and 4.
\nIn partnership\u00a0 with\u00a0 the\u00a0 head\u00a0 teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 implement\u00a0 a\u00a0 yearly\u00a0 professional\u00a0 development\u00a0 vision\u00a0 for\u00a0 the\u00a0 school,\u00a0 yearly\u00a0 development\u00a0 calendar,\u00a0 weekly\u00a0 coaching\u00a0 and\u00a0 development\u00a0 experience of teammates, and ensure a strong performance appraisal system.
\nFoster a\u00a0 positive and\u00a0\u00a0 collaborative\u00a0 environment\u00a0 among\u00a0 teachers\u00a0 and\u00a0 staff for\u00a0\u00a0 Grades\u00a0 3\u00a0 and 4
\nImplement and lead cultural activities and rituals for Grades 3 and 4.
\nFacilitate a\u00a0 culture\u00a0 of\u00a0 self-awareness\u00a0 where\u00a0 teammates\u00a0 of\u00a0 Grades\u00a0 3\u00a0 and\u00a0 4\u00a0 value\u00a0 personal\u00a0 and professional development and are invested in feedback and growth.
\nConduct daily\u00a0 bi-weekly\u00a0 cultural,\u00a0 academic,\u00a0 and tech\u00a0\u00a0 walkthroughs\u00a0 and\u00a0 observations\u00a0 for\u00a0 Grades 3 and 4.<\/p>\n
Student Experience:\u00a0 Academic\u00a0 Performance,\u00a0 Student\u00a0 Development,\u00a0 Behavior\u00a0 and\u00a0\u00a0Co-curriculars<\/p>\n
Support the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 Implement\u00a0 a\u00a0 yearly\u00a0 student\u00a0 experience\u00a0 vision\u00a0 and\u00a0 plan\u00a0 for\u00a0 the school.
\nSupport the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 Implement\u00a0 a\u00a0 yearly\u00a0 and\u00a0 measurable\u00a0 plan\u00a0 to\u00a0 ensure\u00a0 that\u00a0 students\u00a0 are\u00a0 being\u00a0 developed\u00a0 academically,\u00a0 socially\u00a0 and\u00a0 emotionally\u00a0 and\u00a0 in\u00a0 their\u00a0 co-curriculars experience.
\nPartnering with\u00a0 the\u00a0 School\u00a0 Manager\u00a0 and\u00a0 the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 set\u00a0 targets\u00a0 for\u00a0 all\u00a0 academic metrics by grade level and by student.
\nAttend weekly\u00a0 academic\u00a0 data\u00a0 meetings\u00a0 to\u00a0 ensure\u00a0 that\u00a0 the\u00a0 academic\u00a0 targets\u00a0 are\u00a0 being
\nImplement targeted intervention programs for struggling students in Grades 3 and 4.
\nFacilitate health\u00a0 and\u00a0 wellness\u00a0 programs\u00a0 for\u00a0 physical\u00a0 and\u00a0 mental\u00a0 well-being\u00a0 for\u00a0 Grades\u00a0 3\u00a0 and 4.
\nFacilitate student leadership opportunities, such as student councils for Grades 3 and 4.
\nAttend biweekly\u00a0 Student\u00a0 Leaders\u00a0 meeting\u00a0 to\u00a0 ensure\u00a0 that\u00a0 student\u00a0 voice\u00a0 is\u00a0 guiding\u00a0 decision making and development.
\nEnsuring that\u00a0 the\u00a0 child\u00a0 protection\u00a0 policy\u00a0 and\u00a0 child\u00a0 wellness\u00a0 policies\u00a0 are\u00a0 followed\u00a0 and\u00a0 leading the campus AAR as needed for Grades 3 and 4.
\nConduct weekly audits\u00a0\u00a0 to\u00a0 ensure\u00a0 that the\u00a0\u00a0 child\u00a0 protection\u00a0 protection\u00a0 policy\u00a0 and\u00a0 child\u00a0 wellness policies are followed on Grades 3 and 4.
\nEnsuring that positive behavior practices are implementedFor Grades 3 and 4. \u00a0Ensuring use of Class Dojo to reinforce behavior management Grades 3 and 4.
\nEnsuring all\u00a0 issues\u00a0 of\u00a0 behavior\u00a0 concerns\u00a0 are\u00a0 addressed\u00a0 or\u00a0 escalated\u00a0 before\u00a0 the\u00a0 end\u00a0 of\u00a0 day of occurrence.
\nEnsure execution\u00a0 of\u00a0 co-curricular\u00a0 activities\u00a0 by\u00a0 coordinating\u00a0 with\u00a0 co-curricular\u00a0 co-ordinator\u00a0 and\u00a0 external\u00a0 partners,\u00a0 and\u00a0 ensuring\u00a0 activities\u00a0 are\u00a0 diverse,\u00a0 engaging,\u00a0 and\u00a0 aligned with development goals. Ensure a well-rounded club and sports program.
\nSupport participation in extracurricular competitions.<\/p>\n
School supplies<\/p>\n
School\u00a0 Sustainability\u00a0 and\u00a0 Operations:\u00a0 Enrollment,\u00a0 Operational\u00a0 Efficiencies\u00a0 and\u00a0\u00a0Finance<\/p>\n
Work with the Head Teacher to ensure smooth day-to-day academic operations, including scheduling of teaching timetables,\u00a0 assessments schedules, and teaching &\u00a0 learning resources management.
\nEnsure compliance with all health and safety protocols and child protection policies for Grades 3 and 4.<\/p>\n
Community\u00a0 Engagement\u00a0 :\u00a0 Parents,\u00a0 Community\u00a0 Members,\u00a0 Partner\u00a0 Organizations\u00a0\u00a0and Stakeholders<\/p>\n
Support the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 Implement\u00a0 regular\u00a0 feedback\u00a0 mechanisms\u00a0 for\u00a0 all\u00a0 stakeholders, including parents, community members, and partners.
\nSupport the\u00a0 Head\u00a0 teacher\u00a0 to\u00a0 organize\u00a0 regular\u00a0 parent-teacher\u00a0 conferences\u00a0 to\u00a0 discuss\u00a0 student\u00a0 progress,\u00a0 set\u00a0 goals,\u00a0 and\u00a0 provide\u00a0 academic\u00a0 and\u00a0 behavioral\u00a0 Ensure communication channels with parents are clear and consistent.<\/p>\n
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\n\u00a0Education and Experience Requirements:<\/p>\n
Education:\u00a0Must have a teaching degree from a recognized\u00a0 Institution by the\u00a0 government of Tanzania.
\nExperience:\u00a0Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience,\u00a0 with at least 2 years in a\u00a0 leadership or supervisory role (e.g. Grade Coordinator, Head of Department).
\nLeadership Skills:\u00a0Proven ability to lead and inspire \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0teachers to achieve academic goals.<\/p>\n
Experience in curriculum development and teacher training.<\/p>\n
Student-Centric Approach:\u00a0Strong background in student\u00a0 assessment, development, and creating student-centered learning environments.
\nCommunity Engagement:\u00a0Experience in building relationships\u00a0 with parents and\u00a0 communities to support student success.
\nLanguages:\u00a0Proficiency in both English and Kiswahili.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Values:
\nThe\u00a0 Head\u00a0 of\u00a0 Middle\u00a0 Primary\u00a0 is\u00a0 expected\u00a0 to\u00a0 embody\u00a0 and\u00a0 promote\u00a0 the\u00a0 core\u00a0 values\u00a0 of\u00a0 Silverleaf\u00a0 Academy:<\/p>\n
Lead the Way:\u00a0Practice empathy, serve as a role model,\u00a0 and demonstrate servant
\nSpeak, Listen, and Learn:\u00a0Foster collaboration, share\u00a0 ideas, and respect diverse
\nAsk Why and Why Not:\u00a0Encourage critical thinking,\u00a0 innovation, and evidence-based\u00a0 decision-making.
\nBuild for the Future:\u00a0Equip students with the skills\u00a0 and mindsets needed for the world of
\nMission Focus:\u00a0Commit\u00a0 to achieving clear goals and maintaining focus on academic and\u00a0 developmental outcomes.<\/p>\n
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