2026 Teaching Internship - Secondary Teachers (Tatu International School)

Nova Pioneer Education Group is a Pan-African independent school network offering preschool through secondary education for students from ages 3 through 19. We prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators through world-class teaching methods with an emphasis on 21st-century skills. We are looking for passionate individuals to join the 2026 Teaching Internship program at our Tatu International School.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Environment: Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable and supported.
• Activity Planning: Plan and execute appropriate activities for students each day according to the curriculum, schemes of work, and lesson plans.
• Resource Provision: Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use in both learning activities and imaginative play.
• Safety Monitoring: Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Student Development: Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games.
• Classroom Preparation: Prepare materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning, motor-skill activities, and safety.
• Progress Evaluation: Observe and evaluate each child’s progress and provide written reports to the Principal, school leaders, and parents.
• Record Keeping: Monitor and keep records/reports of the children’s progress and development.
• Adaptive Instruction: Instruct students individually and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Classroom Culture: Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
• Experiential Learning: Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities.
• Professional Development: Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled in or have completed a teacher training course (Bachelor of Education, Primary Teacher Education, ECDE, etc.).
• Recommendations: Strong recommendations from your high school, teacher training institution, and/or an educational institution you have worked with.
• Aspiration: A desire to join Nova Pioneer as a full-time employee when the opportunity arises.
• Passion: A genuine passion for working with and developing children.
• Technical Skills: Good working skills with technology such as G-Suite, Zoom, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Communication: Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Growth Mindset: Flexible and open to change; handles uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity well.
• Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and addressing them thoroughly.
• Cultural Fit: Excited about our organizational culture, including embracing mutual vulnerability and receiving continuous feedback.
• Leadership: A desire to further develop leadership skills to transform the lives of African youth.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Nova Pioneer application portal via the link provided in the 'How to Apply' section.