Head Teacher

Slum2School Africa Job Opportunity: Head Teacher

Slum2School Africa is seeking a Head Teacher to lead its Green Academies, which provide free, high-quality education in underserved communities across Africa. The role focuses on sustainable education infrastructure, supporting 250+ children annually with scholarships covering tuition, books, meals, healthcare, psychosocial support, and skills development. The position emphasizes eco-friendly facilities, including solar power, rainwater systems, biogas, gardens, and satellite internet, while ensuring holistic learning environments through open-air classrooms, STEM labs, and biodiversity spaces. The ideal candidate will align with Slum2School Africa’s mission to transform education through sustainability and community integration, ensuring long-term impact on education equity and environmental stewardship.

What it offers

• Leadership in sustainable education: Oversee the operational and educational aspects of Green Academies, ensuring alignment with Slum2School Africa’s sustainability and educational goals.
• Direct impact on underserved communities: Manage 250+ children’s scholarships, covering tuition, books, meals, healthcare, psychosocial support, and skills development.
• Innovative infrastructure: Work with eco-friendly school facilities, including solar power, rainwater collection, biogas systems, gardens, and satellite internet, fostering green learning environments.
• Holistic education: Develop and implement STEM, innovation labs, and biodiversity programs to enhance learning outcomes.
• Community integration: Collaborate with local stakeholders to ensure sustainable integration of Green Academies into public systems.

Who can apply

Applicants must be a qualified educator with experience in leadership roles, preferably in underserved or marginalized communities, with a strong background in education reform, sustainability, and community development. Experience in African education systems or non-profit leadership is highly desirable.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily operations of Green Academies, including teaching, curriculum development, and administrative tasks.
• Manage scholarships and support programs for 250+ children, ensuring compliance with funding and educational standards.
• Lead sustainability initiatives, including facility maintenance, energy management, and environmental education.
• Collaborate with local communities to ensure long-term integration of Green Academies into regional education systems.
• Develop and implement educational programs that integrate STEM, innovation, and sustainability into the curriculum.
• Coordinate with non-profit teams to ensure alignment with Slum2School Africa’s mission and funding requirements.

How to apply

• Submit a detailed application including a resume, cover letter, and references.
• Provide evidence of educational leadership experience, particularly in underserved communities or non-profit settings.
• Highlight sustainability and education reform experience, including project management and community engagement.

Good to know

• The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
• Experience with African education systems or international non-profits is a plus.
• The position may involve travel to multiple locations across Africa to oversee Green Academies.
• No explicit deadline or salary amount is provided in the source material.