Head Teacher and School Administrator job vacancies in Ikoyi Nursery School

Head Teacher and School Administrator job vacancies in Ikoyi Nursery School 

Ikoyi Nursery School requires the services of a qualified and experienced candidate for the position of:

Position: Head Teacher 
General Purpose 
The Head Teacher will be responsible for creating academic policies, managing all teaching staff, developing the curriculum, and overseeing the school's daily operations. 

Education and Experience 

• A Bachelor's degree in early childhood education with a specific understanding of the British curriculum
• Early Years Foundation Stage (required)
• A Master's degree in early childhood education or education administration (preferred)
• Mimmum of 5 years of experience working for a nursery school teaching the British curriculum
• Experience in education management IS strongly referred

Key Competencies 

• Ability to mentor and lead teaching staff     .
• High degree of confidence to manage teaching staff and parent community
• Ability to work well with parents and manage parent relationships
• Critical thinking skills
• Innovative approach to education
• Ability to ensure that the British curriculum is properly adhered to within the classroom
• Ability to work independently and make critical leadership/management decisions necessary for the school to function and grow

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities 

• Monitor and support instructional activities, participate in and provide staff development, have deep knowledge of British curriculum and standards, evaluate and guide the instructional practices of teachers
• Procure and organize all instructional equipment and supplies
• Provide leadership and management of faculty and staff - recruit, hire, train and evaluate all staff members, motivate, and provide a positive work environment
• Handle all academic parent inquiries with professionalism and confidence
• Report to the School Committee on a monthly basis without encouraging the need for micromanagement
• Work closely with the Administrator to ensure that the school runs efficiently
• Promote the positive image of the preschool
• Collaborate with teachers to plan instructional activities and lessons, which promote developmentally appropriate student learning
• Oversee and formally evaluate the curriculum and the instruction of the teaching staff
• Communicate the vision of the school to all stakeholders, be an active listener, maintain cooperative professional relationships, provide opportunities for two way commumcanon between school and parent community

Job Title: Administrator 
General Purpose 
The Administrator will be responsible for managing the non-academic activities at the school and the coordination of office operations, procedures and resources to facilitate effectiveness and efficiency. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited tertiary educational institution
• Proven track record of administrative and supervisory experience
• Knowledge of accounting, data and administrative management practices and procedures
• Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures
• Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures
• Knowledge of business and management principles
• Intermediate-level computer skills and knowledge of office software packages

Key Competencies 

• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong sense of initiative
• High degree of integrity
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Sound judgment and problem solving
• Ability to make decisions with confidence
• Planning and organizational skills
• Work and time management skills

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities 

• Manage clerical, administrative and secretarial responsibilities and tasks for the school's office
• Evaluate and manage janitorial staff performance
• Desiqn and implement filing systems and ensure filing systems are maintained and current
• Establish procedures for financial and other record keeping and ensure that fmancial mforrnation is properly tracked and documented
• Manage payroll and ensure that staff salaries are paid on time every month liaise with financial institution partners
• Preparation of bank reconciliations
• Implement procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency
• Monitor and maintain office supplies inventory
• Review and approve office supply acquisitions
• Handle all non-academic parent inquiries
• Maintain a safe and secure school environment
• Report to the School Committee on a monthly basis
• Work closely with the Head Teacher to ensure that the school runs efficiently
• Ensure security, integrity and confidentiality of data
• Ensure the implementation of office policies and procedures
• Oversee adherence to office policies and procedures
• Payment of suppliers on time
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, Withholding Tax, Pension payments, NSITF
• Enter data onto Quick Books

How to Apply
Suitably qualified candidates are required to forward their CVs to:insnewadm@gmail.com not later than one (1) week from the date of this publication. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.