Head Teacher (Grades 1-9)

Aga Khan Education Service Kenya

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County: Kisumu
Sub-county: Kisumu
Role: Principal / head teacher
Category: Leadership
Employment: Full Time
Level: Primary
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026

About the job

An Aga Khan school in Kisumu, recruited through Aga Khan University's careers portal, needs a Head Teacher for its Grade 1 to 9 programme. The head will lead the competency-based curriculum, manage staff, budgets, fees, discipline, admissions and relations with the community, and build a strong teaching team through appraisal and coaching. The school also expects the head to promote learner safeguarding and wellbeing and to support sports, clubs and student leadership.

Key responsibilities

Lead delivery of the Grade 1-9 CBE programme
Manage staff, budget, admissions and discipline
Appraise and coach teachers
Monitor performance against targets
Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and co-curricular activities

Qualifications

Bachelor of Education, or a good degree with a PGDE
Master's in education leadership, management or curriculum
Five years of leadership in reputable schools
Working knowledge of CBC / CBE and TSC regulations
Experience managing school budgets and fee collection

How to apply

Apply on the employer's site with your CV and cover letter. The employer gave no closing date; this listing closes on 30 November 2026.

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