Chemistry and Science Teacher at Blooms Academy

We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Chemistry and Science Teacher

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To deliver engaging, effective and student-centred Chemistry lessons that develop learners' scientific knowledge, practical laboratory skills, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• The successful candidate will prepare learners for internal and external examinations, including WAEC, NECO, Cambridge IGCSE and other relevant assessments.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning:

• Plan and deliver high-quality Chemistry lessons in line with the school's curriculum and schemes of work.
• Teach Chemistry across the assigned classes, particularly secondary school levels.
• Use innovative, differentiated and student-centred teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Integrate ICT and appropriate digital resources into teaching and learning.
• Promote inquiry-based learning, scientific reasoning and real-life applications of Chemistry.
• Ensure effective classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.

Laboratory and Practical Activities:

• Plan and supervise Chemistry practical lessons and experiments.
• Ensure strict adherence to laboratory safety procedures.
• Maintain proper records of laboratory materials, equipment and consumables.
• Ensure appropriate use, storage and maintenance of laboratory equipment and chemicals.
• Develop learners' competence in experimental procedures, observations, data collection and analysis

Assessment and Academic Performance:

• Set, administer and mark classwork, assignments, tests and examinations.
• Prepare examination questions in line with WAEC, NECO and Cambridge assessment standards.
• Analyse students' performance and identify learning gaps.
• Provide targeted intervention and enrichment activities for learners.
• Monitor students' academic progress and maintain accurate assessment records.
• Prepare students adequately for external examinations.

Administrative and Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate lesson plans, lesson notes, attendance and assessment records.
• Submit schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment records and reports as required.
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff meetings and professional development programmes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum delivery and students' academic outcomes.
• Communicate students' progress and concerns appropriately to parents and school management.
• Participate in school activities, academic programmes and other assigned responsibilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance will be assessed against the following expectations:

• Performance Area | Expected Outcome 
• Curriculum coverage | 100% coverage of approved schemes of work 
• Lesson delivery | Effective and engaging lessons 
• Student achievement | Minimum 80% target achievement, subject to baseline and cohort performance 
• Practical activities | Regular and properly documented practical lessons 
• Assessment | Timely marking, feedback and result submission 
• Intervention | Measurable improvement among struggling learners 
• Examination preparation | Effective preparation for WAEC, NECO and IGCSE 
• Professional conduct | Compliance with school policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemistry Education or a closely related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification or professional teaching certification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant teaching experience, preferably in a reputable secondary school.
• Demonstrable experience preparing students for WAEC, NECO and/or Cambridge IGCSE examinations.
• Strong knowledge of Chemistry curriculum content and practical laboratory procedures.
• Evidence of effective classroom teaching and positive student learning outcomes.

Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Strong subject knowledge and passion for teaching Chemistry.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex scientific concepts.
• Competence in conducting and supervising laboratory experiments.
• Ability to use technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Strong assessment, data analysis and reporting skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for learners of varying abilities.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity and accountability.

Personal Attributes
The successful candidate must be:

• Passionate about teaching and learning.
• Innovative, resourceful and proactive.
• Responsible and dependable.
• Collaborative and team-oriented.
• Committed to student development and academic excellence.
• Willing to learn and embrace new teaching methodologies.

Safeguarding and Child Protection:

• The Chemistry Teacher is expected to uphold the school's safeguarding and child protection policies, maintain appropriate professional boundaries with learners, and ensure a safe and supportive learning environment, particularly during laboratory activities.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to: hr@bloomsacademy.sch.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit:

• An updated CV detailing academic qualifications and teaching experience.
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Details of subjects and examination classes previously taught.
• Evidence of experience and achievements in preparing students for external examinations.