Supervisor, Schools

About this role

NewGlobe is seeking a Supervisor for Schools in Katsina. The role focuses on the professional development and performance management of school staff, with day-to-day presence in schools for mentorship, feedback and training. The supervisor engages with government officials, parents and community groups, ensuring effective school management, instructional quality and student development. The position is field-based, requiring daily travel to schools and occasional longer trips, and involves using data to drive improvements in teaching, leadership and school operations. It is suitable for someone who works well in teams, is results-driven, adaptable, and committed to delivering quality education outcomes.

What you would do

• Supervise all school leaders in the assigned area across school management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure school leaders deliver on learning outcomes and holistic development for children, maintain a high-performing teaching cohort, operate within budget and support enrolment for financial sustainability.
• Use data from classroom observations, management observations, quality audits and big data to improve teaching practices and student development.
• Utilise multiple data sources to support effective school management and a safe learning environment.
• Be physically present in schools about 90% of the time, observing teaching and management and engaging with government, parents and community groups.
• Travel daily to schools with occasional overnight or long-distance travel as needed.
• Use rubrics and structured documentation during observations and meetings.
• Support school events such as openings, parent–teacher conferences, closing celebrations, community showcases and co-curricular activities.
• Ensure staff and students are prepared for government-proctored exams and national examinations when applicable.
• Support school enrollment efforts and ensure compliance with local environmental, social and regulatory standards.

What they are asking for

• Undergraduate degree in any field
• BEd or Master’s degree is an added advantage
• Two years of teaching experience preferred
• Proven community leadership experience with teams
• Experience in mentorship and coaching of youth and adults
• Belief in data-driven decision making
• Relentless focus on achievement and bias toward action
• Willingness to travel and flexibility to work in a dynamic environment
• Collaborative leadership with strong relationship-building skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; fluency in English and Hausa

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