Swahili Teacher

• Swahili Teacher- AsOne High School
• AS ONE MINISTRIES UGANDA COMPANY LIMITED
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• Job summary
• The Swahili Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and effective instruction
• in Kiswahili to secondary school students in the Serere community, in line with the national
• curriculum. The role combines strong subject mastery with practical, learner-centered teaching
• methods, equipping students with listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Kiswahili, as
• well as an appreciation of East African language and culture, needed for academic advancement,
• regional communication, and future careers. The Swahili Teacher works closely with the Director
• of Studies, fellow subject teachers, and AsOne Ministries leadership to promote academic
• excellence and nurture students’ confidence in Kiswahili within a Christ-centered learning
• environment.
• Min Qualification:
• Diploma
• Reports To
• Director of Studies
• Start Date
• January 2027
• Key
• and Sports
• (MoES) guidelines.
• Language Skills Development
• • Organize and supervise oral practice sessions, vocabulary drills, and public speaking or
• debate sessions in Kiswahili to strengthen learners’ fluency and confidence.
• • Guide students in the correct use of Kiswahili grammar, sentence structure, comprehension
• techniques, and composition/essay writing.
• • Facilitate appreciation of Kiswahili literature and oral traditions through class readings, drama
• performances, poetry recitals, and language clubs.
• • Coordinate with school administration on procurement of Kiswahili textbooks, readers,
• dictionaries, and other language resource materials.
• • Organize Kiswahili debates, drama festivals, cultural days, or language competitions that
• reinforce classroom learning with real-world application.
• Student Guidance & Mentorship
• • Mentor students interested in language, translation, regional trade, diplomacy, and
• communication-related career paths, including further studies.
• • Encourage participation in Kiswahili clubs, debate clubs, drama clubs, competitions, quizzes,
• and academic exhibitions.
• • Provide guidance and support to students struggling with Kiswahili concepts, including extra
• tuition where needed.
• • Model discipline, clear communication, and a strong work ethic that inspires confidence in
• language learning and reflects Christian values.
• Resource & Records Management
• • Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and continuous assessment
• in line with school policy.
• • Contribute to the budgeting and procurement process for Kiswahili textbooks, set texts,
• dictionaries, and teaching aids.
• • Ensure proper care, maintenance, and stock control of textbooks, set texts, and instructional
• materials.
• • Maintain an organized bank of past papers, model compositions, and revision aids to support
• examination preparation.
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• • Work collaboratively with the Director of Studies and fellow subject teachers to align
• academic planning.
• • Participate in departmental meetings, staff briefings, and school-wide events.
• • Collaborate with school leadership on co-curricular activities such as language clubs, cultural
• days, drama, and debate programs.
• • Engage parents and the local community in supporting students’ language learning and
• appreciation of Kiswahili culture where appropriate.
• Other Duties
• • Perform additional duties as assigned by school leadership as needs arise.
• What We’re Looking For
• Required Qualifications &
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Education, with Kiswahili as a teaching subject, or
• a related field.
• •
• and Sports guidelines.
• • Strong command of Kiswahili grammar, composition, comprehension, and literary analysis
• techniques.
• • Fluency in spoken and written Kiswahili, with the ability to teach effectively at all secondary
• levels.
• • Registered/licensed with the relevant Ugandan teaching body where applicable (e.g., valid
• Teaching Practice Certificate/registration with the Ministry of
• and Sports).
• • A demonstrated personal Christian faith and commitment to Christ-centered education.
• Behavioral Competencies
• • Passionate about teaching and mentoring young people in language and communication
• skills.
• • Patient, clear, and skilled at breaking down complex grammatical or literary concepts for
• learners at different levels.
• • Strong organizational and time-management skills, balancing lesson planning, marking of
• compositions, and co-curricular activities.
• • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
• • High level of integrity, responsibility, and accountability for school resources.
• • Collaborative team player who contributes positively to the wider school community.
• Technical Competencies
• • Strong command of Kiswahili language and literature content across the secondary
• curriculum.
• • Skilled in composition marking, oral literature instruction, and facilitation of debate, drama, or
• oral presentation activities in Kiswahili.
• • Competent in lesson planning, assessment design, and academic record-keeping.
• • Basic proficiency in using technology and instructional aids for lesson preparation and
• delivery.
• • Capable of fostering a culture of language appreciation and confident oral communication
• among learners.
• Equal Opportunity Statement
• AsOne Ministries is an equal
• o
• pportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered
• without discrimination on any protected grounds. Your personal data will only be used for
• recruitment purposes and protected under the Data Protection Act.
• Note: We do not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment. Report any such requests
• immediately.
• Application Instructions
• Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, National ID, and proof of professional
• certification
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Experience

• Level:
• Entry level
• Length:
• 2 years
• Language Requirement:
• English, Swahili
• Working Hours:
• Full Time - 8 to 5
• Applicant
• Location:
• Uganda
• Job descriptions &
• •
• Minimum of 2 years’ teaching
• at secondary school level, preferably
• teaching Kiswahili.
• • Sound knowledge of the national secondary Kiswahili curriculum, UNEB syllabus, and Ministry
• of

Requirements

• Location
• Luuka / Serere Community, Uganda
• Department

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery & Instruction
• • Plan, prepare, and deliver Kiswahili lessons in line with the national secondary curriculum and
• Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) syllabus requirements.
• • Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment schedules for all assigned classes
• (O-Level and/or A-Level as applicable).
• • Deliver clear, engaging lessons that build strong grammar , vocabulary , comprehension,
• composition (insha), and oral communication skills in Kiswahili.
• • Use varied teaching methods, including guided reading, role-play, songs, dialogue practice,
• and discussion-based analysis of set texts and oral literature, to accommodate different
• learning styles and ability levels.
• • Set, administer, and mark class tests, assignments, compositions, and examinations, providing
• timely and constructive feedback.
• • Track learner performance and progress, identifying gaps and providing remedial support
• where needed.
• • Prepare students for national examinations (UCE/UACE) and internal assessments, ensuring
• full syllabus coverage within the academic calendar.
• • Guide students in the study of prescribed Kiswahili set texts (novels, plays, poetry), proverbs,
• and oral traditions relevant to East African culture.
• • Integrate regional integration awareness, East African culture, and communication skills
• relevant to everyday and cross-border life, in line with Ministry of