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Primary Class Teacher for Key Stage 1 and 2

Kennedy House International School

Tanzania, United Republic of

Job Details

Role Start Date

10 August 2026

Applications Close

30 April 2026

Min. Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Min. Experience

2 Years

Cover Letter

Not required

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We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Class Teacher to join our vibrant international preparatory school in Tanzania. Our school follows the Cambridge International Curriculum and is committed to providing a well-rounded education for our students. The role provides the opportunity to teach exceptionally motivated pupils in a well-resourced school with excellent teaching facilities and small class sizes in a truly magical setting nestled between Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro.

Requirements:

• Must hold a PGCE or equivalent qualification.

• Minimum of two years teaching experience.

• Ability to teach all primary school subjects.

• Willingness to teach across several key stages during the first year of employment.

Must be willing to comply with international safeguarding checks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialism and / or experience in Art, Music, and Drama.

• Experience with special educational needs.

Characteristics:

• Passionate about education and student development.

• A dedicated team player with excellent communication skills.

Application Requirements:

• Three references are required, including one from your current or most recent employer.

Benefits:

Very comfortable detached accommodation (single or family) is available on-site. An East African international salary is provided which is competitive with other East African and Tanzanian International Schools. Also included is a pension fund to the value of 20% of the Gross Salary (in addition to the monthly ’take home’ salary), international medical care, an annual flight allowance, school fees for families with dependents and an interest free loan to buy a car upon arrival.

Join our dedicated team and contribute to a dynamic learning environment that fosters growth and creativity. If you meet the above requirements and are excited about the opportunity to work in a diverse and international setting, we encourage you to apply. Please apply to [email protected]

Please submit your application, including your CV and references, by 15th April 2025

Initial Google Meets / zoom interviews will be held thereafter, however strong candidates will be considered, and interviewed, prior to the deadline. For this reason, early applications are strongly encouraged.

Please visit our website and Facebook/Instagram page to get a fuller feel for life at Kennedy House and in Tanzania.

Further criteria to consider when applying:

• Due to the retirement age in Tanzania unfortunately candidates over the age of 55 will have limited opportunities for the post due to permit regulations.

• Tanzanian regulations only permit married couples to have a dependents resident permit and only a female may be dependent on the male and not the other way around.

• Permit regulations require a minimum of two years of work experience.

• Rigorous international safeguarding checks are part of the recruitment process

• You may not apply as a newly qualified teacher or without a degree in childhood education.

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