Agriculture & Biology Teacher

The M-PESA Foundation Academy is seeking to recruit dynamic and visionary individuals who are already experienced in the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curricula, to take up the following role. 

 

Job Title : Agriculture & Biology Teacher 

Job Grade : 6

Proficiency : Professional

Reports To:   HOD Sciences 

Department : Teaching and Learning

Contract Perod: 2 Year Contract  

   

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Agriculture & Biology Teacher will be tasked to plan, deliver high quality lessons, and assess learners in alignment with the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curricula, ensuring each student achieves academic excellence while upholding the Academy’s mission and values.

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Planning and Delivery 

• Develop and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons adhering to  CBE standards.
• Collaborate in designing unit/lesson plans, course outlines, and records of work.
• Integrate technology, active learning strategies, and assessment-driven instruction.
• Implement flipped learning for home assignments and support intervention programs.

• Assessment 

• Design CBE -aligned formative/summative assessments and provide timely feedback.
• Generate academic progress reports and administer examinations effectively.
• Provide effective verbal and written feedback to learners in good time. 
• Contribute to setting and moderating formative and summative assessments in line with CBE expectations. 
• Analyze learners’ progress to inform future teaching and intervention. 

• Classroom Management

• Manage teaching time through punctual and consistent attendance and observance of school timetable. 
• Manage students’ behavior in the classroom, on school campus and on Academic trips. 
• Utilize resources efficiently to enable effective outcomes. 
• Use Academy Learning management system effectively. 
• Develop and maintain a stimulating teaching environment. 

• Other Professional Responsibilities 

• Undertake pastoral duties, including that of a homeroom tutor so students are adequately supported through their school journey. 
• Participate in, organize and guide co-curricular and life skills activities. 
• Actively contribute to department engagements and pastoral responsibilities 
• Take ownership of own professional development and participate in CPD provided by the Academy. 
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships and relevant liaison and communication with staff and other stakeholders. 
• Attend to duties assigned. 
• Contribute to the development of whole school culture. 
• Set objectives in line with the school’s appraisal system. 
• Maintain a vibrant and rich professional portfolio tracking individual progress 
• Undertake any other additional tasks as may be reasonably required by the Head of Department, Head of Academics and Director of Teaching and Learning. 

 

TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in education in the subject combination 
• Must be TSC registered. 
• At least 5 years teaching experience or equivalent in a comparable institution. 
• Ability to foster a supportive environment for learners and educators to realize their full potential and willingness to work collaboratively. 
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all areas. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Demonstrable planning and organization skills and ability

 

Skills & Attitudes:

• Excellent communication (oral/written) and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities (data/report interpretation).
• Team player

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Curriculum Mastery: Deep understanding of CBE curriculum.
• Data-Driven Instruction: Uses assessments to tailor teaching.
• Differentiated Teaching: Addresses diverse learning needs.
• Classroom Leadership: Safe, respectful, and high-expectation environment.
• Communication: Builds strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Professional Growth: Commits to CPD and reflective practice.

 

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Student Outcomes 

• Meet/exceed grade targets, Engagement in lessons & co-curriculars.
• Measurable progress via pre/post-assessments

Teacher effectiveness

• Overall score of effective teaching in classroom observations (per formal classroom observation)
• 80+ Positive student feedback on agreed differentiators as per student survey form

Professional Growth 

• Outstanding performance in annual evaluations
• 100% CPD attendance

 

How to Apply

Send your email application to recruitment@mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke and have Agri/Bio – AB/09/2025’ in the subject line. Attach a cover letter and CV. The deadline for submission of application is Friday 19th September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

MPESA Foundation Academy does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and have not retained any agent in connection with this recruitment.

 

MPESA Foundation Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

 

MPESA Foundation Academy is an equal opportunity employer.