Ready to launch your teaching career in an environment that values excellence and innovation? Apply now to become a Teaching Intern at Pharo School Nairobi starting January 2026. If you are a recent graduate passionate about hands-on, learner-centered education following the CBC framework, your opportunity awaits! Aspiring educators with a TSC Certificate are invited!
Organisational Overview
Established within Pharo Foundation’s Education Mission, Pharo Schools in Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Somaliland, are centres of excellence offering top-quality education and integrating extra-curricular activities to ensure an all-rounded approach. Pharo Schools follow their respective countries’ national curriculums and select regional and international ones complemented by creative technology-based learning solutions. Our schools offer a child-friendly learning environment fostering equality and respect. You can read more about this work at the following link: http://www.pharoschools.org
Pharo School Nairobi is a unique private institution offering two years of pre-primary education and primary grades 1-9. Located in the tranquil neighbourhoods of Komarock Estate and Umoja, Nairobi. We offer a Kenyan accredited Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC). Our approach emphasizes the development of well-rounded learners, encouraging each child to express their unique qualities and feelings. At Pharo School Nairobi, we aim to help every child reach their highest potential through exploration, experience, experimentation, and hands-on discovery. We uphold high standards of discipline.
The Role
We are seeking recent graduates to join our academics team as Teaching Interns from January 2026. This paid internship offers aspiring educators hands-on classroom experience and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to learners’ academic and personal growth, while preparing for a long-term career in teaching.
Job Title: Teaching Intern
Job Location: Nairobi, Komarock and Umoja
Duration: up to 12 months
Subject Area of Interest: We are looking for interns in the following subjects:
- Mathematics
- English
- Science and Agriculture
- Creative Arts (Music and Arts)
- ICT/Digital Literacy
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing and delivering engaging, learner-centered lessons tailored to diverse student needs.
- Support the preparation and administration of assessments and evaluations in line with CBC standards.
- Facilitate small group or one-on-one learning sessions, as assigned.
- Supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher and maintain classroom discipline.
- Actively participate in the school’s co-curricular and social support programs
- Maintain accurate learner records and assist with progress reporting.
- Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Monitor and encourage positive learner behavior and peer engagement.
- Provide regular updates to the class teacher on learner progress.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
- MUST have a TSC certificate.
- Have a Degree in Education or a related field.
- Proficiency in computer applications / digital skills
- Strong understanding of the CBC curriculum.
- Being active in extra-curricular activities is an added advantage.
Must have skills
- Digital Literacy
- TSC Certificate
Good to have skills
- Extra-curricular skills
- STEM
Child Safeguarding
The Pharo School Nairobi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. For this reason, identity and security checks will be required from the successful applicant.