Halifield Schools
English Language and Literature Teacher
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What they’re looking for
About the role
We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and committed English Language & Literature Teacher to join our College team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality English Language and Literature instruction, supporting students’ academic development, and preparing them to excel in both internal and external examinations.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective English Language and Literature lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
- Teach and support students across relevant secondary school levels.
- Prepare students adequately for WAEC, NECO, IGCSE, and other relevant external examinations.
- Develop students’ skills in reading, writing, grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, speaking, and literary analysis.
- Introduce students to a wide range of literary texts and guide them in understanding themes, characters, literary devices, and critical interpretation.
- Develop lesson plans, teaching resources, assignments, assessments, and other instructional materials.
- Assess students’ academic performance regularly and provide constructive feedback to support improvement.
- Identify students who require additional academic support and implement appropriate interventions.
- Maintain accurate records of students’ performance, attendance, assessments, and academic progress.
- Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that encourages students to participate actively in learning.
- Maintain effective classroom management and uphold the school’s academic and behavioural standards.
- Collaborate with colleagues and the relevant Head of Department to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Participate in departmental meetings, school events, extracurricular activities, and other assigned responsibilities.
- Keep up to date with developments in English Language and Literature teaching and examination requirements.
Requirements
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Literature-in-English, Education, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 3 years’ relevant teaching experience, preferably within a reputable secondary school or college.
- Demonstrable experience preparing students for WAEC, NECO and/or IGCSE examinations.
- Strong knowledge of the English Language and Literature curriculum.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong classroom management and lesson delivery skills.
- Ability to engage students of different abilities and learning needs.
- Strong organisational, interpersonal, and assessment skills.
- A recognised teaching qualification or certification will be an added advantage.
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