Maternity Cover – Swimming Teacher

The Swimming Teacher will endeavor to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promote physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship at The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi. This maternity cover role involves delivering high-quality lessons aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and supporting students in developing healthy lifestyle habits and physical literacy.\n\n### Key Responsibilities\n- Deliver engaging and inclusive Swimming and Physical Health and Education lessons aligned with the IB curriculum.\n- Support students in developing physical literacy, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits.\n- Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement inquiry-based, student-centered learning experiences.\n- Contribute to the co-curricular sports programme and school events as required.\n- Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.\n- Actively participate in Saturday and midweek fixtures, coaching and supporting students during sports competitions beyond regular school hours.\n- Provide lesson cover within the department during planned staff absences or emergencies.\n- Show flexibility in coaching teams beyond the usual scope as required.\n- Attend sporting residential events, including overnight stays, to supervise and support students.\n- Attend regular departmental meetings and contribute to curriculum planning and improvement initiatives.\n- Maintain a professional manner at all times and actively support the aims of the Academy.\n- Contribute to whole-school events and initiatives, promoting a collaborative school community.\n\n### Requirements\n- Bachelor’s degree in Education (Physical Education).\n- Minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience in an international curriculum school.\n- Teachers Service Commission (TSC) registration certificate.\n- Proven experience in coaching school-level competitive sports teams.\n\n### How to Apply\nInterested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Aga Khan Education Service recruitment portal at https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1186999