PRIMARY ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Job description

The Learning Ladder Montessori and Academy in Lusaka invites applications from qualified, dedicated and innovative educators to fill the position of Primary Assistant Teacher.

Location: Twinpalms Road, Kabulonga

Start Date:   To be Communicated upon selection

Key Responsibilities

•Engage in planning, preparation, and feedback with the class teacher

• Be actively involved in the planning; suggesting ideas and strategies for upcoming units/topics

• Engage with and understand the daily/weekly plans

• Ensure the classroom is set up at the start of the day for the lessons planned

• Be actively engaged in teaching and learning at all times

• Reinforce the learning objective through specific questioning and demonstration techniques

• Work with children of ALL abilities and encourage independent working skills

• Discuss academic concerns immediately with the class teacher

• Be involved in progress meetings, as appropriate

• Teach individuals, small groups, and whole class activities and support learners as needs arise.

• Use collaborative talk and model expectations and high standards with the class teacher

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Primary Education

• Special needs Qualification is an added advantage

• Valid Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ) registration.

• Strong classroom management and assessment skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Key Competencies & Attributes

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

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.

• Highly organized, creative, and results-oriented.

• Passionate about teaching and committed to continuous professional development.

• Ability to work effectively within a team

• Patient and child-focused

• Passionate about Montessori philosophy and early childhood education

• Creative, organised, and observant

• 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 Assistant Teacher”

Deadline is 27th September, 2026