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. JOB SPECIFICATION AND DESCRJPTION

JOB SPECIFICATION

JOB TITL E: Senior Teacher (Primary)

MINISTRY/DEPARTMENT: Ministry of Education· • , ··

DIVISIO N: Primary Schools

SECTION: NIA

NIA

;ROLE & CORE FUNCTIONS:

This job requires the inc�ent to teach all subjects on the Primary School curriculum
and to render assistance in the management of the primary school under the guidance of school
-�-cpninjstration. :Duties also includ.e monitoring the progress of students, effective classroom
supervision and guidance to ensure the overall development of students.

EP,UCATIQN, SKILLS &SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES:

" Five (S) GCE 101 Level/CXC subjects (General Proficiency Level Grade I or II) including
English Language, Mathematics an(i· Science. . · ·

" Certification in teaching as evidenced by the possession of a Teacher's Diploma or equivalent.

" In-Service training in Education Administration�-.·· ·.

" So1µ1d human relationt-:skills. · ,.• · • i.

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"' Sound communication skills.

 EDUCATION. SKILLS{,% SPECIMISED I§£IINl�;{!ES: Jcont'd)
• Sound skills: in th�. pbscrvatio� and ,nalysis Qf_studer,,t�• behaviour.

• Sound planning and orga¢.sing ski;ts.

• Sound classroom management skins.

• Sound evaluation and measurem�t skills.

• Intennediate counselling skills.

• Basic computer skills.

LEARNED DISCIPLINES:
• Sound knowledge of subjects on the primary school clµrl9ulum.
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• S_ound knowl�dge o{.�e philosoph}". and ps;y(?.hology of education..
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·--oc,,>·· Sound knowledge of safe qperatioµs of'.fixtures and equipment common to a primary school.
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• Sound knowledge of evaluation and measurement techniques.

• Intermediate knowledg�: ofprincipl's and \echniques'it counselling.

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• Basic
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knowledge of the principles and. .'practice
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• Basic knowledge of the Financial Re..8!,llations ..

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• Basic knowledge of the Education Act and other legisl�tion affecting duties of the Senior
Teacher. · ,..,

• Basic knowledge of the relevant computer applications.

EXPERIENCE:
• Five (S) years as a certified Teacher in a Primary School.
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WORKING CONDmONS:

Physical Environment and Hazards:

Duties are perfom1ed in an environment in which the incumbents are exposed to:
• Chalkdust (60%):

Phvsical Demand:

This job involves:

• walking the school compound to monitor students' activities - 10%

Special Condldons:

• encountering emotional and irate parents and students - 10%

o meeting deadlines for the submission of reports - 10%

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JOB DESCRIP'ti6N
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REPORTINO'imt::ATIONSHIPS
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Nature of Supervision

• Principal (Primary) Periodic supervision based on

detailed procedures (weekly).
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SUPERVISION GIVEN TO:

• Teacher I (Primary) Periodic supervision based on

1-: detailed,procedui� (weekly).
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• Assistant Teachers (Primary) Close supervision based on
detailed pro.c.edures; ·

• Ancillary Staff Close supervisio:rl'based on detailed

procedures.
LIAISES WITH:

<Internally) Ministry /D�artment: Nature ofContact

• Head Office Divisional offices of the To request and provide information
Ministry of Education (weekly).

<Externally) Other Ministries&Statutozy Authorities:

• Ministry of Health To request and make

arrangements for medical
examination of students
e.g. immunization (termly).

• Ministry of Works and Transport To request or make arrangements for

repairs, refurbishment work -
(as required).

• Water and Sewerage Authority/ To request assistance as necessary

and Trinidad and Tobago Electricity regarding provision of electricity
Commission and water - (as required).

Other Mini�uies/Departments To request information and general

assistance (as required).
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(Externally) Private Sector and Members ofthe Puglic: Nature of_Contact
• Parents To receive and provide infonnation
on students'.progress and other school
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matters (monthly).
• Parentlfeachers To attend meetings of parents
and teachers in· .,_.-order to·
dis�U$s/resolve problems -relatint
to the school in general.

DUTIES &·'RESPONS
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1. Assists the school administrator in day-to-day management of the- school by performing
functions such as:- . ·,. = ·; '' ·

• contributing to preparation of school programme and adoption ?.f curriculum;

• providing supervision and guidance to teaching staff and coaching Assistant Teachers;
• supervising ancillary staff;
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• compiling statistical returns of attendance and punctuality for submission to
the Ministry of Education.

2. In the absence of the school administrator, perfonns supervisory and administrative duties
relating to the school.

3. Plans a programme of learning and activities in one or more subjects to.-develop the
knowledge, skills and attitudes of students in accordance with the established primary school
curriculum. This includes the preparation of: - , ·· "·-· ··

• the scheme of work which guides the application of the cwtj.culum;

• the timetable which identifies the schedule of subjects to be J'1µ,ght; .·,:-·
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• the lesson notes which define specific areas/topics to be covered;

• the records of we!'klY teaching/learning programmes to be undertaken and the

evaluation of same.
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES·(Cont'dl:. · .. .!.

4. Guided by the �roved programme, prepares lessons and delivers instruction to students
in the mmject:areas for an assign�d clas�,�y, researching subject materials, collating and
compiling information pertinent to the topic(s). This includes the preparation of charts
diagrams and other general teaching aids, and the use of appropriate teaching methods
techniques and;strategies, such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, selected audio
visual ai
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5. Prepares, administers and �arks tests and other assignments to evaluate students' progress and
maintains records of students' attainment in cuniculum area over a designated period.

6. Prepares and delivers instructions and gives guidance to improve student�',pefformance where
progress is below the required standarQ..

7. Initiates and supervises approved co-curricular activities across the school curriculum, in
keeping with the_ Ministry-.qfEducation gu�delines. . ,�J:.;

8. Supervises students during apprpved actiyities in the cl�sroom

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to ensure their safety and good conduct. ·· ·
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9. Monitors the all-round development of students to facilitate the acquisition of social skills,."·-�
deportment and etjquette and14iscusses pro$feSS and pro�lems . ·· with students,·,school
administrator and with parents/guardians as necessary. .., ,,: ,._
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I 0. Ensures that,students keep the classroom �d other learning areas in an orderly and sanitary
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11. Performs routine rccord-keepip,g .ft.ffistipns such as:
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.. keeping records of punctuality and attendance;

• preparing term assessme:ntrecor�;

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e keeping reports and accurate records

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of students' progress.
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12. Performs other duties related to job function which may be assigned from time to time.
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EQUIPMENT AND/OR PROTECTlVE GEAR USED(·

Required to use any of the following:

• Computer.

• Audio-Visual Equi,ment.

• Public Address System.

No protective gear required.

AUTH ORITY TO:

• Enforce the rules and regulations of the �hool in accord�ce. with established procedures.
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• Discipline students within stated limits.· .

• Recommend placement of students based on acadeniic perfonnance.

In the absence of the Principal, the Senior Teacher has authority to:

; -·· Review·and sign documents and letters to parent$ and other agencies.
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• O�t time-off to/assi� teaching ·ah� �cill� si�ff.

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• Sign withdrawal slip for school account.

" Make recommendations in �spect of the discipline of teachers and ancillary staff.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA & STANDARDS

This job is.satisfactorily performed when:
e Supervised staffperfonn their duties in accordance with established procedures and
policies laiddown by the Principal and the Ministry of Education.
s Students perform in accordance with standards laid down by School and the Ministry
of Education.

• Records· �e maintained accurately and are ·completed within the time and in the manner
stipulated by the Principal and the Ministry of Education.
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA & STANDARDS {Cont'd.)

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• Harmonious relationships a111ong members of the school community are�maintlrlned.

• Co-curricular and extra-curricular activities produce the results required.

• Teaching and related activities confonn to the requirements of the approved of
school curriculum/programme and are perfonned within the time sp�cified.

• Students display an understanding/kn.<?_�ledge of area(s) taught as refl,�Fted in,re�\llts oq�sts

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This docummt is a true

Incumbent/s Date

Incu.mbent/s Date

Supervisor Date
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Manager

Chief Personnel..
Officer

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