Manager, Teacher Performance

Job Description

Terms of Reference for Manager, Teacher Performance

Job Title: Manager, Teacher Performance

Report to: Deputy Director, Teacher Development and Performance

Grade Level: Senior (9)

Location HQ Office, Freetown

Contract Type: Permanent 

Supervise: Office Assistant

Job Purpose

To manage programme interventions aimed at monitoring and evaluation of teachers and school leaders’ competencies and performance, based on Professional Standards for Teachers and School Leaders and in accordance with the provisions of the TSC (2011) Act. This function will be executed in close collaboration with MBSSE. The role ensures that teaching standards are upheld and aligns teacher performance with national education goals.

Key Deliverables

• Develop Teacher Performance Evaluation Strategy

• Develop Teacher Performance Evaluation Toolkit for assessment 

• School Leaders’ Performance Evaluation Toolkit for assessment

• Quarterly and Annual Teacher Competency / Performance Monitoring Plans and Reports

• Annual Teacher Performance Analytics

Main Duties

1. Develop Teacher Performance Evaluation Plans, Budgets and Tools
2. Develop and implement teacher performance appraisal systems based on established benchmarks and standards.

1. Develop and implement decentralized teacher performance monitoring plan, based on Professional Standards for Teachers and School Leaders

1. Monitor progress and performance of teachers and School Leaders on CPD training and make recommendations. 

1. Prepare comprehensive performance data and analytical reports on teacher performance for integration into the TMIS
2. Identify training and capacity building needs based on performance evaluations
3. Work with relevant departments and education stakeholders to organize workshops, seminars, and training programs to enhance teacher effectiveness
4. Ensure adherence to the Teaching Service Commission’s policies and standards regarding teacher performance.
5. Liaise and collaborate with TSC District Directors school administrator to address performance related issues.
6. Communicate to the District Directors and teachers regarding performance expectations, evaluation outcomes.
7. Provide regular updates to the Director, Teacher Development and Performance.
8. Provide support for implementation on departmental programs  

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in educational administration or a relevant area

• At least 5 years of experience in education program development and implementation
• At least 5 years’ experience in education management or performance evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of teacher evaluation methodologies and capacity building strategies
• Computer literacy – MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

• Conversant with e-creation / use of data base and the generation of reports

Key Competences

• Good planning and organizational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders

• Strong and excellent data analysis and report writing skills
• Ability to identify challenges and develop actionable solution

• An excellent team player

• Ability to maintain integrity

APPLICATIONS

Hard copy of completed CVs and application letters should be forwarded to The Secretary, TSC, 7 Priscilla Street Freetown. 

Closing date:  On or before close of business Friday 31st January, 2025