Summary
Date Posted: Monday, December 02 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About LICS:
Based in Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka International Community School (LICS) is a co-educational, secular, fee-paying, non-profit school. The school provides an internationally recognized education to a culturally diverse, globally-minded student body in a caring and supportive learning environment. LICS holds in high esteem its vision statement:
“Maximise the potential of future world citizens.”
• LICS is a leading independent pre-primary, primary, and secondary school located in the leafy suburb of Roma, Lusaka, Zambia.
• The school is a member of CIS, AISA, and ISAZ.
Position Overview:
LICS is looking for a suitably qualified individual to join the LICS community as an IGCSE and A Levels Economics Teacher, effective 1st August 2025.
1. Requirements:
• Proficiency with the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level Economics curriculum and assessment standards.
• At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience.
• Additional qualifications relevant to the role.
• Registration with the Teaching Council of Zambia.
• A dynamic, driven personality with a desire for educational excellence.
• Willingness to be part of a successful team with a strong academic record.
• A sense of humor.

2. Qualifications:
• BEd (QTS)/PGCE or equivalent.
• Excellent subject and/or specialist knowledge.
• Full understanding of connections and progressions in the subject to ensure good student progress.
• Understanding and integration of technology in teaching.

3. Key Responsibilities:
3.1 Planning and Setting Expectations:
• Prepare lessons with clear objectives for successful learning.
• Set high expectations for students in class and homework.
3.2 Teaching and Managing Pupil Learning:
• Teach and manage students effectively while maintaining discipline.
• Ensure engaging and challenging lessons for all ability levels.
• Use effective teaching methods and creativity.
• Provide targeted support for students with special needs or high ability.
3.3 Assessment and Evaluation:
• Use assessment to diagnose needs, set targets, and plan future teaching.
• Utilise data for personalized learning.
3.4 Pupil Achievement:
• Achieve excellent results and outcomes.
• Maintain high student motivation and behavior standards.
3.5 Relations with Parents and the Wider Community:
• Maintain positive parent relationships and meet assessment/reporting deadlines.
3.6 Managing Own Performance and Development:
• Stay up-to-date with subject/specialism.
• Improve teaching practices and school targets.
3.7 Managing and Developing Staff and Other Adults:
• Support and advise other teachers.
• Share good practices and provide coaching/training.
3.8 Managing Resources:
• Plan and prioritize time and activities effectively.
3.9 Strategic Leadership:
• Act as a role model and motivate others.
• Support the school’s broad aims and senior leadership.
3.10 Safeguarding:
• Ensure student safety and undertake relevant training.
• Actively participate in safeguarding practices.
3.11 Pastoral Care of Students:
• Provide care, empathy, and respect to students.
• Support students’ welfare, friendships, and personal development.
• Apply school policies consistently.
3.12 Role of the Form Tutor (if applicable):
• Conduct daily registration and support academic progress.
• Communicate with parents and monitor student progress.
• Support students’ transitions and write relevant references.
4. Remuneration:
• Competitive package.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by following the steps below:
• Visit the LICS website: LICS Solicited Application
• Fill in the online application form and upload:
• A detailed CV.
• A cover letter.
• Three referees (one should be your current supervisor).
• Deadline: 20th December 2024.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
6. Safeguarding:
LICS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate’s appointment will be subject to full security vetting.
To apply for this job please visit lics.sch.zm.

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