Primary Years Co-Teacher
2026-09-12T13:47:18+00:00
Woodland Star International School
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Education, and Training
Education, Teachers & Education
2026-09-20T17:00:00+00:00
8
Background
Woodland Star International School has an Early Years, Primary Years, Middle Years and High School program, all on one beautiful, green campus. Woodland Star International School’s mantra is "ad astra per aspera,” meaning "through hardships to the stars.”
Ideal Candidates
Reflective, collaborative, and inclusive educators with strong expertise in Special Education and learner support. Candidates should have experience working in inclusive or special education settings and demonstrate a thoughtful, adaptable approach to differentiation, case management, and supporting diverse learning needs.
Qualifications and Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, or Bachelor of Education with Certification in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Minimum three years’ experience in an inclusive or special education setting
- Valid TSC registration (mandatory)
- Strong understanding of inclusive education practices and learner support strategies
- Strong knowledge of curriculum differentiation and diverse learning needs
- Experience with Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) and learner progress monitoring
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Strong alignment with Woodland Star’s mission, vision, and values
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with Homeroom teachers to co-plan, co-deliver, and co-assess lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and inclusive education principles
- Adapt and differentiate instructional materials and strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Support learners in building knowledge, developing problem-solving skills, and deepening conceptual understanding in alignment with Common Core Standards
- Implement mastery-based teaching, learning, and reporting approaches to ensure all learners can participate meaningfully
- Act as case manager for Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs), or ensure relevant updates are provided to the designated case manager
- Monitor, document, and communicate learner progress with teachers, families, and the Learning Support Team
- Provide targeted small-group and individual support during lessons where needed
- Promote inclusive participation, positive peer relationships, and independent learning
- Contribute to a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment that fosters curiosity and independent thinking
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, student support, and professional learning
- Participate in professional learning opportunities, collaborative planning meetings, and school-wide initiatives
- Uphold Woodland Star’s mission, values, policies, and commitment to inclusive education
- Partner with Homeroom teachers to co-plan, co-deliver, and co-assess lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and inclusive education principles
- Adapt and differentiate instructional materials and strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Support learners in building knowledge, developing problem-solving skills, and deepening conceptual understanding in alignment with Common Core Standards
- Implement mastery-based teaching, learning, and reporting approaches to ensure all learners can participate meaningfully
- Act as case manager for Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs), or ensure relevant updates are provided to the designated case manager
- Monitor, document, and communicate learner progress with teachers, families, and the Learning Support Team
- Provide targeted small-group and individual support during lessons where needed
- Promote inclusive participation, positive peer relationships, and independent learning
- Contribute to a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment that fosters curiosity and independent thinking
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, student support, and professional learning
- Participate in professional learning opportunities, collaborative planning meetings, and school-wide initiatives
- Uphold Woodland Star’s mission, values, policies, and commitment to inclusive education
- Special Education expertise
- Learner support strategies
- Inclusive education practices
- Curriculum differentiation
- Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs)
- Learner progress monitoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Collaboration skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, or Bachelor of Education with Certification in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Minimum three years’ experience in an inclusive or special education setting
- Valid TSC registration (mandatory)
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Vacancy title:
Primary Years Co-Teacher
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Education, Teachers & Education]
Jobs at:
Woodland Star International School
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, September 20 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, September 12 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
Woodland Star International School has an Early Years, Primary Years, Middle Years and High School program, all on one beautiful, green campus. Woodland Star International School’s mantra is "ad astra per aspera,” meaning "through hardships to the stars.”
Ideal Candidates
Reflective, collaborative, and inclusive educators with strong expertise in Special Education and learner support. Candidates should have experience working in inclusive or special education settings and demonstrate a thoughtful, adaptable approach to differentiation, case management, and supporting diverse learning needs.
Qualifications and Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, or Bachelor of Education with Certification in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Minimum three years’ experience in an inclusive or special education setting
- Valid TSC registration (mandatory)
- Strong understanding of inclusive education practices and learner support strategies
- Strong knowledge of curriculum differentiation and diverse learning needs
- Experience with Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) and learner progress monitoring
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Strong alignment with Woodland Star’s mission, vision, and values
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with Homeroom teachers to co-plan, co-deliver, and co-assess lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and inclusive education principles
- Adapt and differentiate instructional materials and strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Support learners in building knowledge, developing problem-solving skills, and deepening conceptual understanding in alignment with Common Core Standards
- Implement mastery-based teaching, learning, and reporting approaches to ensure all learners can participate meaningfully
- Act as case manager for Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs), or ensure relevant updates are provided to the designated case manager
- Monitor, document, and communicate learner progress with teachers, families, and the Learning Support Team
- Provide targeted small-group and individual support during lessons where needed
- Promote inclusive participation, positive peer relationships, and independent learning
- Contribute to a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment that fosters curiosity and independent thinking
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, student support, and professional learning
- Participate in professional learning opportunities, collaborative planning meetings, and school-wide initiatives
- Uphold Woodland Star’s mission, values, policies, and commitment to inclusive education
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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