Vacancy title:
Middle School Science Teacher
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Teachers & Education, Colleges, Universities & Schools, Science & Engineering
Jobs at:
Haven of Peace Academy
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 20 2026
Duty Station:
Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, November 13 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
About Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC)
Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC) is a faith-based Christian international school owned and operated by Haven of Peace Trust. Founded in 1994, HOPAC serves a diverse international and local student community—including children of missionaries, Christian service workers, expatriates, and Tanzanian families across the public and private sectors. Located in Kunduchi (at the junction of Salasala Road and Bagamoyo Road, Kinondoni Municipality) in Dar es Salaam, the school delivers high-standard international education grounded in Christian values.
Position Overview
Job Title: Middle School Science Teacher
Organization: Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC)
Location: Kunduchi, Kinondoni Municipality, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Inquiry-Based Science Instruction: Design and deliver engaging, hands-on science lessons fully aligned with the Cambridge Lower Secondary Science curriculum framework across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
- Examination & Assessment Preparation: Prepare middle school students effectively for Cambridge progression tests and Cambridge Checkpoint assessments while conducting regular, objective-based evaluations with constructive feedback.
- Differentiated Lesson Planning: Develop differentiated instructional plans that accommodate diverse learning styles, foster scientific curiosity, and build students’ critical thinking skills.
- Faith Integration: Thoughtfully integrate a biblical worldview into science instruction, guiding students to explore and appreciate creation through scientific inquiry.
- Classroom Management: Cultivate a safe, positive, and well-managed classroom environment that promotes scientific discovery and mutual respect.
- Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with the Science Department and middle school faculty to enhance curriculum delivery, interdisciplinary projects, and school-wide community life.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Required Qualifications & Education:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Education (specializing in Science subjects), or a Bachelor’s degree paired with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience. Direct experience delivering the Cambridge International curriculum within a multicultural or international school setting is strongly preferred.
Key Competencies, Values & Technical Skills:
- Subject & EdTech Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge of lower secondary science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science) aligned with Cambridge standards, alongside proficiency in educational technology tools.
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in spoken and written English (the primary language of instruction).
- Faith & Character Alignment: Must be a committed Christian actively pursuing spiritual growth and demonstrating high standards of integrity, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and Christian witness.
- Professional Mindset: Passionate about student engagement, collaborative teamwork, and continuous professional development (including participation in Cambridge International workshops).
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Mode of Application
Interested and suitably qualified educators who meet the academic and faith-based criteria should submit their application online prior to the closing deadline.
Required Application Documents:
- Application Letter (Cover Letter) detailing your teaching philosophy, relevant science teaching experience, and alignment with HOPAC’s Christian mission.
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Scanned copies of relevant academic degrees and teaching credentials.
Submission Instructions:
Application Portal: Submit your application online via Tes.com (or through the official Haven of Peace Academy Careers Portal).
Application Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026
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