Chemistry and Biology Teacher

Company: Secondary Education for Girls Advancement (SEGA) – SEGA Girls Secondary School

Location: Mkundi Area, Morogoro Municipal, Morogoro, Tanzania

Category: Education & Teaching / NGO & Social Work

Job Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 19th November 2026 (23:59 hrs)

About the Organization

Secondary Education for Girls Advancement (SEGA) is a registered non-profit organization (Reg. No. 00NG/R2/0000232) operating in Tanzania mainland with offices in Morogoro. SEGA’s mission is to educate and equip bright Tanzanian girls with academic, leadership, and business skills to unleash their individual talents and reach their full potential. Through SEGA Girls Secondary School (Form I–IV), the Continuing Education Scholarship Program, the Msichana wa Kisasa Community Outreach Program, and the Graduates Business Development Program, SEGA fosters academic excellence, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, and environmental care.

Job Summary

SEGA Girls Secondary School is seeking a dedicated and innovative Chemistry and Biology Teacher to provide quality, participatory education opportunities that build both academic competence and practical life skills. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping students become self-reliant, contributing members of society while supporting the growth of SEGA Girls Secondary School as a model institution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lesson Preparation, Planning & Materials Development (30%)
   • Develop creative, participatory, and integrated learning opportunities aligned with the Tanzanian National Curriculum and SEGA’s core values.
   • Prepare schemes of work and detailed lesson plans that actively engage students in higher-level thinking and creativity.
   • Create, identify, and utilize diverse teaching and learning materials appealing to different learning styles (e.g., charts, physical objects, songs).
   • Vary instructional methods using IT, video, small group discussions, and hands-on experiential learning.
2. Classroom Teaching & Student Assessment (40%)
   • Deliver scheduled Chemistry and Biology classes to secondary school students punctually and effectively.
   • Regularly assess students against expected curriculum competencies, and prepare, administer, and mark tests and examinations.
   • Develop targeted interventions for struggling students (such as extra tuition, counseling, and alternative delivery methods) while offering advanced content for fast learners.
3. Individual Student Development & Mentorship (10%)
   • Guide advisee students in developing personalized academic, social, and career goals alongside actionable plans for post-SEGA opportunities.
   • Manage pupil behavior and instill discipline inside and outside the classroom while maintaining a supportive, respectful, and safe environment for vulnerable girls.
   • Keep the Headmistress informed of student progress, flagging challenges early, and perform any other duties assigned by school leadership.
4. Extra-Curricular Activities Coordination (20%)
   • Engage students outside the classroom through subject clubs, essay competitions, debate programs, sports, and other school initiatives, using creativity to help develop these programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Science) majoring in Chemistry and Biology, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of teaching experience in Chemistry and Biology, preferably at the secondary school level.

Technical & Subject Competencies

• Strong mastery of Chemistry and Biology concepts, theories, and practical applications, alongside solid knowledge of the Tanzanian national curriculum and examination requirements.
• Proven laboratory skills, including the ability to conduct, supervise, and demonstrate experiments safely.
• Strong ICT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email communication, and digital teaching tools.

Core Skills & Personal Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong classroom management capabilities to maintain discipline and foster a positive learning atmosphere.
• High professional ethics, demonstrating integrity, punctuality, accountability, and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to live and work in Morogoro and commute to the school campus daily.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates can review full details on the official website (www.sega.or.tz) and submit their Cover Letter and updated CV via email, using the job title as the subject line:

• Application Email: recruitment@sega.or.tz
• Email Subject Line: Chemistry and Biology Teacher
• Application Deadline: 19th November 2026 at 23:59 hrs