Class Teacher/Assistant Teacher at Discovering Talents Academy

Job Summary

The Literacy Teacher at Discovering Talents Academy (DTA) is responsible for delivering engaging and effective literacy instruction to primary school pupils. This role involves fostering a deep understanding of reading, writing, and language arts, developing critical thinking skills, and nurturing a lifelong love for literature.

The Literacy Teacher plays a crucial part in upholding DTA's mission to "create an atmosphere of fun where kids can enjoy being kids" and its vision to "discover and bring out the uniqueness in every child," by ensuring individualized teaching and promoting academic excellence within the SHRID niche, particularly focusing on Handwriting, Reading, and Diction.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Implementation

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging literacy lessons in accordance with DTA's blended British-Nigerian curriculum and academic standards
• Implement DTA's SHRID niche, specifically:
  • Fostering a profound "Love for Reading" through diverse texts and engaging reading programs
  • Ensuring consistent implementation of Nelson Handwriting for legibility and neatness
  • Promoting correct Diction and articulate communication among pupils
  • Applying Individualized Teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning styles and needs in literacy
  • Integrating Skill Acquisition in areas such as comprehension, phonics, grammar, and creative writing
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technology to make literacy accessible and enjoyable for all pupils
• Set clear learning objectives and provide constructive feedback to students to support their progress in all aspects of literacy
• Prepare pupils for internal and external examinations, including literacy components of entrance examinations

Assessment & Reporting

• Design and administer fair, valid, and reliable assessments