Primary School Class Teacher / Head of Mathematics Department

About this role

The advert seeks a full-time Primary School Class Teacher who will also act as Head of the Mathematics Department at Court Hill College in Lagos. The role involves teaching primary classes, assessing pupil progress, and preparing students for Cambridge Checkpoint and other exams. It also requires leading the Mathematics department, designing and reviewing the curriculum from Nursery to Year 6, and supporting staff development. The employer runs an international school and emphasises STEM, enquiry-based learning, and data-driven planning. The position offers a monthly salary of between N250,000 and N280,000. The closing date for applications is 10 November 2026.

What you would do

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons in line with the curriculum.
• Assess, record, and report pupils' progress and provide feedback on work.
• Prepare pupils for Cambridge Checkpoint, local exams, and mathematics competitions.
• Maintain a well-organised classroom with high learning and behaviour standards.
• Lead Mathematics in line with school goals and design a progressive K-6 curriculum.
• Create assessment tools and use data to plan support and extension.
• Represent the department in leadership and planning meetings.
• Coach and support Mathematics teachers and teaching assistants, including observations and feedback.
• Conduct annual appraisals and growth plans, and run Mathematics CPD sessions.
• Run Mathematics clubs, competitions, and events; manage budget and resources.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics.
• Postgraduate qualification in education or leadership (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience, with at least 2 years in leadership or mentoring roles.
• Proven track record of improving learners’ achievement.
• Familiarity with the British curriculum and global primary Mathematics best practice.
• Evidence of leading STEM initiatives or practical learning projects (desirable).

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