Teacherat at IITA

IITA is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Its award-winning research-for-development (R4D) approach addresses the development needs of tropical countries. IITA works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. IITA is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA works on the following crops: cowpea, soybean, banana/plantain, yam, cassava, and maize. It is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

IITA seeks suitable Nigerian for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan:

Job Title: Teacher

Ref.: IITA-HR-NRS2016-014
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)

Responsibilities 
The successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Educational Leadership:

• Be committed to and promote academic excellence;
• To provide in-service training as required by head;

Teaching Role:

• Be responsible for the education and welfare of the Grade 4 pupils;
• Plan and prepare courses and lessons following the programmes in place;
• Asses, record and report on the progress of the pupils;
• Maintain a well-ordered teaching area;
• Responsible for and participate in two afternoon clubs;
• Follow the timetable as agreed with the head;
• Ensure compliance with all requirements of a class teacher as laid down in the ‘Class Teacher Duties report;
• Perform any other related duties as may be assigned

Qualification and Competencies

• B.Ed/BSc in Education
• Minimum of Five (5) years relevant experience.

Competencies:

• Child-centered
• Inquiry-based teaching knowledge;
• Good interpersonal skills and well organized

Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment. 

How to Apply

Interested applicants should complete the online application, attaching detailed Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.