High School Teachers

The Lilongwe Academy International School (TLAIS) is an international private school, conveniently situated in Area 47/4 Lilongwe behind Silver Stadium. The school is founded on the firm belief that every child is unique, but all children need excellent education and motivation of their mind, body and spirit, to be well developed as future responsible citizens and leaders. Hence the motto “Academic Excellence and Beyond!” Its mission is to achieve distinction and excellence in academic performance, sports, conduct and be exemplary in preserving our culture and perfect life skills.

The Lilongwe Academy now invites applications from candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience as follows:

Position: High School Teachers

Disciplines: Special Support Services (Triple SSS), English, Computer Science, Biology, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Availability of Positions: Immediate

Specific Duties

1. Curriculum Interpretation

• Interprets and implements the Cambridge International Education (CIE) Curriculum Frameworks for the relevant subject at the school to which deployed (Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge GCE / A Level, as applicable).
• Plans lessons to be taught and records lessons in accordance with the subject department policy at the school to which deployed.

1. Pedagogics

• Applies teaching pedagogies recommended by Cambridge International Education (CIE), the curriculum provider.
• Teaches in English using appropriate and subject-relevant pedagogical approaches.
• Teaches in accordance with the CIE Teacher Standards.

1. Assessment

• Gives quality written work to students in accordance with Department Policy and the TLAIS Strategic Plan.
• Constructs valid and reliable tests.

3.3 Marks and assigns grades to students’ written work in accordance with Department Policy.

3.4 Itemizes and records marks for major school assessments, including CAT1, CAT2, end-of-term examinations, Cambridge Progressive Tests and mock examinations.

3.5 Records integrated marks in the appropriate record of marks and transfers them to student report cards.

3.6 Analyses and evaluates student marks, prepares performance reports and submits them to the Head of Department.

1. Class Management

• Disciplines students in line with the Academy Code of Conduct.
• Marks the class attendance register or subject attendance register, as required.

4.3 Ensures neatness of students’ work, exercise books and equipment.

4.4 Ensures students maintain smartness and comply with school rules and regulations.

1. Any Other Duties

• Performs any other relevant duties as required by the Academy.

1. Person Specification

• Ability to teach the relevant subject up to A Level. A minimum of a Diploma in Education or a Bachelor of Education / Bachelor of Science in Education / Bachelor of Arts in Education will be an added advantage.
• Applicants who have taught in Cambridge schools or at Checkpoint level will have an added advantage.
• A very fluent command of English is required, with a preferred proficiency.
• Ability to offer at least one co-curricular activity.

6.5 At least three years’ teaching experience.

6.6 Should be aged 30 and above.

6.7 Self-motivated, a team player, innovative and results-oriented.

6.8 Special Support Services (Triple SSS): Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Special Needs / Inclusive / Special Education, Educational Psychology with Special Education, or a Bachelor of Education with a Special Educational Needs focus. A minimum of three years’ experience working with learners with special educational needs is required. Knowledge of diverse learning needs and the ability to adapt teaching, assess learner progress, maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively with families and relevant professionals are essential.

6.9 Applicants for subject-teaching positions should hold relevant qualifications and demonstrate subject knowledge appropriate to the discipline applied for: English, Computer Science, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their cover letter, CV and copies of certificates through the following email address: vacancies@lilongweacademy.ac.mw, or to:

The Principal

The Lilongwe Academy International School

P/Bag B499 Lilongwe 3

Applications should be submitted not later than 30th October 2026.

To get information about the Academy please visit the Academy website: www.lilongweacademy.ac.mw.