Kelem International School (KIS) is a pre-KG to Grade 8 School that was originally established under the Swedish Embassy in Ethiopia in 1946 but reopened as an independent not-for-profit school in July 2019. 

We are currently seeking a French Teacher for the coming academic year 2024-25. 

Our vision is to become a collaborative center of learning in Ethiopia, where each and every child becomes a confident and self-realized global citizen. Our mission is to facilitate the realization of every child’s full potential and develop resilient, curious, open-minded and reflective students who are able to express themselves fully and effectively. 

We wish to enable our students to think critically, analyze and creatively solve problems to be adaptive in a rapidly changing world. Our school fosters in the minds of our students that learning is a life-long endeavor, setting the example by the continued professional development of our teachers and staff. 

Our school aims to produce responsible and compassionate global citizens, with respect and recognition of the rich heritage of our host country, Ethiopia. 

Currently the student-body of 175 represents 28 different nationalities. Kelem International School follows the Finnish curriculum blended with international standards for G1-8 and International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for KG. 

The ideal Teacher will responsible for planning and implementing the school-adopted international curriculum, assessment and communication of student performance and the general well-being and safety of students. The teacher will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records of student attendance and of student performance relative to the adopted standards. 

 Reports to: Team Leader

Coordinates with: Principal, Team Leaders, Teachers, Counselor, Learning Support

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm and Fridays from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm.

Job Requirements

• BA/BSc degree in major content taught

• Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching experience preferably in an international education system 

Teacher load: Teachers are expected to have a classroom teaching load of a minimum of 25 hours per week and additionally be a homeroom teacher and be involved in the after school activity program.

 Please note that all interested applicants are expected to fulfill the following professional qualities:

• Model exemplary behavior for students

• Be effective contributors to all team processes within the school

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for students and their learning

• Motivate students and inspire continuous learning 

• Be committed and open to professional development as a teacher

• Value and contribute to the multicultural work environment 

• Maintain an open, honest relationship with their supervisors

• Contribute positively and effectively to school-wide professional development activities

• Be able to respond positively to constructive feedback with view of continued professional development

• Implement school policies and procedures and enforce school rules in a consistent manner

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions and actions related to student safety

• Be prepared to work beyond the school day, when required, for the benefit of our students and their learning

• Willingly perform other reasonable duties as assigned

How to Apply

Interested applicants are asked to apply by submitting their most recent CV as well as a letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining their suitability for the post and motivation in making the application. The CV must include names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom must be the candidate’s most recent supervisor/ line manager. Referees will not be contacted without prior permission.  Please send all required documents in a SINGLE PDF file attached by email to hr@scsaddis.com

Please note that applicants will be contacted for further assessment only if they are shortlisted.

Closing date: After 10 days of the vacancy announced.  Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible, as KIS reserves the right to close the selection process at ANY TIME once the ideal candidate is identified. Application review begins as soon as applications are received.

Please note that Kelem International School (KIS) is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices to ensure that the school provides a safe and secure environment for all.