COMPANY BRIEF:

Ashford Academy is the newest member of the Rhodes Park Schools Group, it is a co-educational non-denominational boarding school offering G8 – G12 Classes that follow local and international syllabi.

As an equal opportunity employer, Ashford Academy requires the services of suitably qualified individuals who are well-motivated and results-driven to be appointed in the following positions.

JOB PURPOSE

The job holder will be responsible for preparing and delivering structured and differentiated lessons in Chemistry and Physics. The position holder will be expected to develop learners’ scientific knowledge, inquiry skills and practical competencies, and to stimulate interest in science aligned with real-world application.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver engaging, curriculum aligned lessons in Chemistry and Physics
• Use practical work, demonstrations and experiments to enhance learning
• Ensure safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and procedures
• Assess, track and report on student progress with timely feedback and intervention
• Promote scientific inquiry, critical thinking and problem-solving
• Create a positive, inclusive and well managed learning environment
• Contribute to curriculum development and science resource planning
• Support science clubs, STEM activities and enrichment programmes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and pastoral staff

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

• Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 Credits or better
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education with specialization in Chemistry and Physics
• Ability to teach up to A-Level
• Registered with the Teaching Council of Zambia
• Qualifications verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority
• Familiarity with ECZ and Cambridge assessment systems

Knowledge / Experience/Skills/Competencies

• Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience
• Strong subject mastery in Chemistry and Physics
• Competence in conducting and supervising laboratory practicals
• Strong awareness of laboratory safety standards and Laboratory Experimental teaching methods
• Ability to link theory to real-world scientific applications
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective classroom management and learner engagement
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability
• Flexible and adaptable to institutional demands
• Must be computer literate

All applicants must verify their qualifications with The Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)

Please note that applications that will not be in conformity with the above specifications will not be considered.

• Plan and deliver engaging, curriculum aligned lessons in Chemistry and Physics
• Use practical work, demonstrations and experiments to enhance learning
• Ensure safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and procedures
• Assess, track and report on student progress with timely feedback and intervention
• Promote scientific inquiry, critical thinking and problem-solving
• Create a positive, inclusive and well managed learning environment
• Contribute to curriculum development and science resource planning
• Support science clubs, STEM activities and enrichment programmes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and pastoral staff

• Strong subject mastery in Chemistry and Physics
• Competence in conducting and supervising laboratory practicals
• Strong awareness of laboratory safety standards and Laboratory Experimental teaching methods
• Ability to link theory to real-world scientific applications
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective classroom management and learner engagement
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability
• Flexible and adaptable to institutional demands
• Must be computer literate

• Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 Credits or better
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education with specialization in Chemistry and Physics
• Ability to teach up to A-Level
• Registered with the Teaching Council of Zambia
• Qualifications verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority
• Familiarity with ECZ and Cambridge assessment systems