Economics Teacher (Ref: SEC0013) Lusaka International Community School

Lusaka International Community School (LICS)

Position: IGCSE and A Levels Economics Teacher
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Start Date: 1st August 2025

About LICS:

Based in Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka International Community School (LICS) is a co-educational, secular, fee-paying, non-profit school. The school provides an internationally recognized education to a culturally diverse, globally-minded student body in a caring and supportive learning environment. LICS holds in high esteem its vision statement:
“Maximise the potential of future world citizens.”

• LICS is a leading independent pre-primary, primary, and secondary school located in the leafy suburb of Roma, Lusaka, Zambia.
• The school is a member of CIS, AISA, and ISAZ.

Position Overview:

LICS is looking for a suitably qualified individual to join the LICS community as an IGCSE and A Levels Economics Teacher, effective 1st August 2025.

1. Requirements:

• Proficiency with the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level Economics curriculum and assessment standards.
• At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience.
• Additional qualifications relevant to the role.
• Registration with the Teaching Council of Zambia.
• A dynamic, driven personality with a desire for educational excellence.
• Willingness to be part of a successful team with a strong academic record.
• A sense of humor.

2. Qualifications:

• BEd (QTS)/PGCE or equivalent.
• Excellent subject and/or specialist knowledge.
• Full understanding of connections and progressions in the subject to ensure good student progress.
• Understanding and integration of technology in teaching.

3. Key Responsibilities:

3.1 Planning and Setting Expectations:

• Prepare lessons with clear objectives for successful learning.
• Set high expectations for students in class and homework.

3.2 Teaching and Managing Pupil Learning:

• Teach and manage students effectively while maintaining discipline.
• Ensure engaging and challenging lessons for all ability levels.
• Use effective teaching methods and creativity.
• Provide targeted support for students with special needs or high ability.

3.3 Assessment and Evaluation:

• Use assessment to diagnose needs, set targets, and plan future teaching.
• Utilise data for personalized learning.

3.4 Pupil Achievement:

• Achieve excellent results and outcomes.
• Maintain high student motivation and behavior standards.

3.5 Relations with Parents and the Wider Community:

• Maintain positive parent relationships and meet assessment/reporting deadlines.

3.6 Managing Own Performance and Development:

• Stay up-to-date with subject/specialism.
• Improve teaching practices and school targets.

3.7 Managing and Developing Staff and Other Adults:

• Support and advise other teachers.
• Share good practices and provide coaching/training.

3.8 Managing Resources:

• Plan and prioritize time and activities effectively.

3.9 Strategic Leadership:

• Act as a role model and motivate others.
• Support the school’s broad aims and senior leadership.

3.10 Safeguarding:

• Ensure student safety and undertake relevant training.
• Actively participate in safeguarding practices.

3.11 Pastoral Care of Students:

• Provide care, empathy, and respect to students.
• Support students’ welfare, friendships, and personal development.
• Apply school policies consistently.

3.12 Role of the Form Tutor (if applicable):

• Conduct daily registration and support academic progress.
• Communicate with parents and monitor student progress.
• Support students’ transitions and write relevant references.

4. Remuneration:

• Competitive package.