Primary English Teacher

Job Description – Primary English Teacher

Job Title

Primary English Teacher

Department

Primary School

Reports To

Primary Coordinator / Head of School

Location

School Campus

Job Summary

The

Primary English Teacher

is responsible for delivering engaging English language instruction to primary-grade students, focusing on developing reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The teacher will create a supportive learning environment that promotes literacy, creativity, and communication skills among young learners.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

Teach

• English language and literature
• to primary-grade students.
• Develop lesson plans that enhance
• reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension
• skills.
• Use interactive teaching strategies such as storytelling, phonics, and group activities.
• Encourage creative writing and spoken communication among students.
• Foster a love for reading through library and classroom activities.

Student Development

• Support students in developing foundational literacy skills.
• Identify learning gaps and provide additional support where required.
• Encourage participation in reading programs, storytelling sessions, and language activities.
• Promote confidence in speaking and expressing ideas clearly.

Curriculum & Planning

• Prepare lesson plans aligned with the prescribed curriculum.
• Develop worksheets, assignments, and teaching materials.
• Maintain records of lesson delivery and student progress.
• Collaborate with other primary teachers for integrated learning.

Assessment & Evaluation

• Conduct regular assessments to evaluate reading and writing skills.
• Maintain student portfolios and progress reports.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Prepare report cards and attend parent-teacher meetings.

Classroom Management

• Maintain discipline and create a positive classroom environment.
• Ensure student safety and engagement during lessons.
• Promote values such as respect, teamwork, and responsibility.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, workshops, and school events.
• Stay updated with modern teaching methods and literacy programs.
• Follow school policies and maintain professional conduct.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in

English / Education / Language Studies

• (Mandatory).
• B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification (Preferred).

Minimum

• 1–3 years of experience
• teaching English at the primary level.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong command of
• spoken and written English
• .

Knowledge of

• phonics and early literacy development
• .
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to create engaging and child-friendly learning experiences.
• Creativity in lesson delivery and activity planning.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience teaching
• CBSE / ICSE / Cambridge / IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
• curriculum.
• Experience using
• phonics-based learning methods
• .
• Exposure to digital teaching tools and interactive learning methods.