Tanzanian Physics Teacher at St Constantine’s International School – September 2026

Organization: St Constantine’s International School
Position: Tanzanian Physics Teacher
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Reports To: Head of Department
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Posted: 2 September 2026
Application Deadline: 18 September 2026

Job Summary

St Constantine’s International School is seeking a qualified and experienced Tanzanian Physics Teacher to join its teaching team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the secondary Physics curriculum, preparing and assessing students, managing the classroom, supporting students’ academic and personal development, and contributing to the wider life of the school.

The teacher will develop schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives, foster positive relationships with students, assess and record progress, and prepare students for examinations.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum Delivery

• Teach all areas of the secondary Physics curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that meet the needs of students across different ability levels.
• Prepare students for qualifications and external examinations.
• Motivate students through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching approaches.
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and develop new curriculum materials.
• Use a range of learning resources and teaching equipment, including digital learning tools.
• Keep up to date with curriculum developments and changes.
• Coordinate activities and resources within the Physics curriculum area.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and coordinate teaching activities.

Assessment and Student Development

• Take responsibility for the academic progress of students in assigned classes.
• Prepare and mark students’ work and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and development.
• Follow the school’s assessment and reporting requirements.
• Provide parents and guardians with feedback on students’ progress during meetings and parents’ evenings.

Classroom Management and Student Support

• Organize classrooms and learning resources to create a positive learning environment.
• Maintain discipline and manage student behaviour effectively.
• Apply appropriate measures when dealing with misconduct.
• Undertake pastoral duties, including serving as a form tutor where required.
• Provide individual support to students experiencing academic or personal difficulties.

School Activities and Community Engagement

• Participate in and organize school events, outings, and activities, including activities that may occur during evenings or weekends.
• Work with parents to encourage their involvement in school activities and resource development.
• Meet with other professionals, including education welfare officers and educational psychologists, when required.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Liaise effectively with colleagues and work flexibly as part of the school team.
• Supervise and support teaching assistants, trainee teachers, and newly qualified teachers.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, and whole-school training.
• Participate in regular lesson observations.
• Undertake in-service training and continuing professional development.
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by the school.

General Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Support the school’s mission, vision, values, aims, and policies.
• Contribute to a positive, happy, purposeful, and productive school culture.
• Liaise effectively with all members of staff.
• Support and motivate students.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
• Promote high standards throughout school life.
• Participate in the school’s performance management system.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must have:

• At least two years of experience teaching Physics – essential.
• Experience teaching the English or Cambridge curriculum – desirable.
• Experience in curriculum development – desirable.

Desired Qualities and Competencies

The ideal candidate should be:

• A highly effective classroom practitioner.
• Knowledgeable and committed to lifelong learning.
• Enthusiastic, hardworking, and willing to go the extra mile.
• Able to model good practice in line with the school’s philosophy and International Baccalaureate philosophy.
• An excellent planner with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Flexible, creative, and capable of solving problems effectively.
• Proficient in the use of information and communication technology.
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Open, approachable, and a good team player.
• Committed to constructive communication with staff and parents.
• Firm but fair in managing students.
• Culturally sensitive and interested in local cultures and traditions.
• Internationally minded, patient, committed, and motivated.
• Capable of strategic and “big-picture” thinking.
• Able to contribute to future school improvement.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit:

1. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. A letter of application of no more than one A4 page explaining why they are suitable for the position.
3. The names and email addresses of three professional referees in the CV.
4. The current or most recent Headteacher/School Principal must be included as one of the three referees.

Note: No referees will be contacted without the candidate’s prior permission.

How to Apply

Applications should be addressed to the Headteacher, Mr Patel, and sent via email.

Application Email: recruiting@scis.sc.tz

Email Subject: Tanzanian Physics Teacher at St Constantine’s International School, September 2026

Deadline: Friday, 18 September 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The school reserves the right to conclude the recruitment process before the advertised deadline, so early applications are encouraged.

Safeguarding

St Constantine’s International School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

Successful candidates will undergo enhanced pre-employment checks, including:

• Identity verification.
• Criminal background checks for countries where the candidate has lived.
• Qualification verification.
• Employment history checks, including examination of employment gaps.
• Reference checks covering employment during the previous five years.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

St Constantine’s International School is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The school prohibits discrimination and harassment in accordance with Tanzanian law. Recruitment decisions are based on merit and the skills, experience, attributes, and competencies required for the position.