Home Economics Teacher – Full‑time

About the role

Gonzaga Jesuit College is seeking a dedicated Home Economics Teacher to join its co‑educational boarding secondary school in Okija, Anambra. The successful candidate will deliver both theoretical and practical lessons, preparing students for internal assessments and national examinations such as WAEC, NECO, and BECE.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver interactive lessons covering culinary arts, nutrition, tailoring, child development, and family living.
• Organise and supervise practical sessions in the Home Economics laboratory, ensuring hygiene and safety standards.
• Prepare students for the theoretical and practical components of regional terminal examinations.
• Grade practical projects and written assessments promptly, providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of lesson plans, student progress, and attendance; participate in staff meetings.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Education (Home Economics) or related field, with a PGDE preferred.
• Registration with a national teaching council (e.g., TRCN) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years teaching and laboratory experience at secondary level.
• Proven ability to coordinate external practical examinations.

Required skills

• Basic digital literacy, including use of spreadsheet software.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a Jesuit‑run institution that blends high‑quality academics with values‑based formation.
• Access to modern infrastructure and scholarship programs.