Position: Secondary Learning Support Teacher

Location: American International School of Lusaka (AISL), ZAMBIA

Reports To: Director of Inclusion

Position Overview

The American International School of Lusaka (AISL) is seeking a passionate and skilled educator to join our Support Services Team. The role of the Learning Support Teacher is to work with the Student Services team to meet the learning needs of our diverse learners. In order to achieve this objective, the teacher must work closely with the students’ families as well as teachers to develop plans of action and materials to support students within the curriculum. The primary aim is to reduce barriers to learning and promote the inclusion of all students within the least restrictive environment

Qualifications

• Possesses a Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) and current qualification/certification in teaching area(s). Master’s degree in the area of specialization preferred.
• Current teaching certification
• Experience with IB programmes (preference)
• Previous experience teaching children with learning differences.
• Ability to analyze and use data to inform learning interventions and targeted instruction.
• Deep commitment to collaboration (co-planning and co-teaching) and reflection. 
• Organizational ability, initiative, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Experience using technology that enhances curriculum, communication, and school improvement efforts.
• Additional experience with literacy intervention, dyslexia, speech and language therapy, or occupational therapy is a plus.

Salary and Benefits

AISL offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Safer Recruitment Practices

AISL prioritizes child protection and safeguarding. All staff members will undergo thorough criminal background checks, reference checks, and personal interviews to ensure a safe environment for all students.

About AISL

The American International School of Lusaka (AISL) is a co-educational independent day school established in 1986. Accredited by the Council of International Schools and the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges, AISL serves students from expatriate and Zambian families. As an IB World School, AISL offers the IB Primary Years Programme (Pre-School—Grade 5), the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6—10), and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12), allowing students to earn IB certificates and a US accredited High School Diploma.