PRIMARY TEACHERS AND EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS

Job description

The Learning Ladder Academy & Montessori Academy in Lusaka is offering the Oxford international Primary & Montessori Curriculum, invites applications from qualified, dedicated and innovative educators to fill the following positions: Primary Teacher and Early Childhood Teacher. At the Learning Ladder, we are moving from reactive management to proactive, collective accountability. We seek educators who are committed TO Building a Legacy of trust and operational excellence.

Location: Twinpalms Road, Kabulonga and Kaleya Road Roma Campus

Start Date:   To be Communicated upon selection

1. PRIMARY TEACHER

Key Responsibilities

Ø Deliver engaging and effective lessons.

Ø Prepare lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessments in line with Oxford standards.

Ø Create a positive, inclusive, and learner-centred classroom environment.

Ø Support learners’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Ø Communicate effectively with parents regarding learners’ progress.

Ø Participate in staff meetings, school events, and professional development activities.

Ø Uphold school policies, safeguarding standards, and professional ethics

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Ø Diploma or Degree in Primary Education or a related field.

Ø Certification or training in the Oxford Curriculum / Cambridge Curriculum is an added advantage.

Ø Special needs Qualification and experience is an added advantage

Ø Valid Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ) registration.

Ø Minimum of 2–3 years’ teaching experience in an international or Cambridge/Oxford curriculum setting.

Ø Strong classroom management and assessment skills.

Ø Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Key Competencies & Attributes

Ø Strong understanding of learner-centered and inquiry-based teaching.

Ø Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.

Ø Highly organized, creative, and results-oriented.

Ø Passionate about teaching and committed to continuous professional development.

Ø Ability to work effectively within a team

2. EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER

Key Responsibilities

Ø Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons.

Ø Prepare and maintain a well-organized, stimulating learning environment.

Ø Support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

Ø Observe, assess, and document learners’ progress.

Ø Encourage independence, confidence, and self-directed learning.

Ø Develop and maintain learner portfolios and classroom records.

Ø Communicate effectively with parents and guardians on learners’ development.

Ø Uphold child safeguarding, health, and safety standards.

Ø Work collaboratively with fellow teachers and school management

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Ø Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Ø Montessori experience or Special needs Qualification and experience is an advantage

Ø Valid Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ) registration.

Ø Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching in early childhood setting.

Ø Strong understanding of child development and child-centred learning.

Ø Excellent communication and classroom management skills

Personal Attributes

Ø Patient and child-focused

Ø Passionate about Montessori philosophy and early childhood education

Ø Creative, organised, and observant

Ø Able to work both independently and as part of a team

Interested candidates should submit: Application letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), Copies of academic and professional certificates, Copy of NRC and Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ) certificate.

Email applications to: careers@learningladderzm.com,

Subject should be Position e.g “Primary Teacher”

Deadline is 28th April, 2026