Job Description

Classes:

1 to 5

Department:

Primary

Board:

CBSE

1. Position Overview

The Primary English Teacher is responsible for teaching English language skills--reading, writing, speaking, and listening--to students of classes 1 to 5. The teacher must create a joyful, literacy-rich learning environment that builds strong foundational language skills and nurtures confidence in communication. The role should align with CBSE and NEP-guided pedagogies.

2. Key Responsibilities A. Academic Delivery

Teach English to Grades 1-5 as per the

CBSE curriculum

. Prepare and deliver

lesson plans, phonics activities, reading modules, grammar exercises

, and creative writing tasks. Strengthen foundational literacy using

phonics, sight words, blends, reading aloud

, and age-appropriate vocabulary building. Use storytelling, picture cards, audio-visual tools, and interactive activities to make learning engaging. Ensure timely completion of the syllabus with high-quality instruction. Conduct periodic assessments, worksheets, dictations, and maintain student progress records.

B. Classroom Management

Maintain a positive, inclusive, and child-friendly classroom environment. Encourage active participation through group activities, pair work, role plays, and discussions. Provide differentiated instruction for varying ability levels. Support students with reading difficulties or language delays through remedial classes.

C. Student Development

Build children's confidence in

spoken English

, pronunciation, fluency, and expression. Cultivate a love for reading through story time, book clubs, and library sessions. Encourage creativity through poems, dialogues, story creation, and drama. Guide students in developing essential 21st-century communication skills.

D. Administrative Responsibilities

Prepare question papers, worksheets, and assessment sheets in alignment with CBSE norms. Maintain detailed documentation -- lesson plans, student portfolios, reading logs, and assessment records. Participate in

PTMs, staff meetings, professional training, and school events

. Collaborate with other teachers for integrated and theme-based teaching.

E. Professional Conduct

Follow school policies, safeguarding norms, and academic standards. Stay updated on best teaching practices, NEP 2020 literacy frameworks, and language pedagogy. Use digital tools and smart-class technology effectively. Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and teamwork.

3. Qualifications & ExperienceRequired:

Bachelor's Degree (English preferred) with

B.Ed.

Strong command of English (spoken and written).

Preferred:

Experience teaching primary classes in a CBSE school (1-3 years). Knowledge of phonics, language acquisition, and early literacy techniques. Training in NEP-aligned pedagogies, story-based learning, or activity-based teaching.

4. Skills & Competencies

Excellent English communication skills. Strong understanding of foundational literacy. Patience, empathy, and child-centered approach. Creative teaching ability (stories, poems, role plays, activities). Good classroom management and digital literacy.

5. Work Expectations

High commitment to student learning and well-being. Participation in academic planning, events, and remedial sessions. Collaboration with peers and involvement in school literacy initiatives.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?28,000.00 - ?40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person