Kiswahili Teaching Intern Job Woodland Star International School Nairobi, Kenya

Job description

Ideal Candidates

Enthusiastic and creative aspiring educators with a passion for Kiswahili, language learning, and working with children. Candidates should have strong spoken and written Kiswahili skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and collaborate with teachers and learners.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Kiswahili, Languages, or a related field
• Fluency in Kiswahili and English
• Strong spoken and written Kiswahili skills
• Passion for language learning and education
• Previous experience working with children is an advantage
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with learners and colleagues
• Creativity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for working with children
• Strong alignment with Woodland Star’s mission and values
• Current police clearance certificate or willingness to obtain one
• At least one academic or professional reference

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging Kiswahili lessons
• Support individual learners and small groups during classroom activities
• Prepare and organise teaching materials, displays, and learning resources
• Facilitate games, songs, storytelling, and other interactive language-learning activities
• Assist with assessment tasks, record-keeping, and monitoring learner progress
• Support Kiswahili-themed events, assemblies, celebrations, and school projects
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning opportunities, and wider school activities
• Contribute to a culture of curiosity, creativity, and respect for language and culture
• Uphold Woodland Star’s mission, values, safeguarding policies, and Behaviour Code

How to Apply

This is an unpaid, voluntary internship placement for a period of 3–6 months.Send your application to rosen@woodlandstarkenya.com

Requirements

Apply by email: rosen@woodlandstarkenya.com