Job vacancies at Kelem International School (KIS)
Kelem International School (KIS) is a pre-KG to Grade 8 School that was originally established under the Swedish Embassy in Ethiopia in 1946 but reopened as an independent not-for-profit school in July 2019.
Open Positions
01. Admissions Officer & Office Manager
Kelem International School (KIS) is a Pre-KG to Grade 10 institution with a rich 79-year history as a Scandinavian school in Addis Ababa. For 72 years it operated under the Swedish Embassy as the Swedish Community School before transitioning in 2019 to an independent, not-for-profit international school. Today, KIS continues its legacy of academic excellence, student-centered learning, and global citizenship.
At KIS, our vision is to become a collaborative center of learning in Ethiopia, nurturing confident and self-realized global citizens. Our mission is to empower every child to reach their full potential, developing resilient, curious, open-minded, and reflective learners who can express themselves effectively. We are committed to equipping our students with the ability to think critically, analyze information, and solve problems creatively, preparing them to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. As lifelong learners, our teachers, and staff engage in continuous professional development to uphold the highest educational standards.
Working Hours
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday; 7:30 am – 3:30 pm Fridays
Deadline: August 19, 2025
Reports to:
- Head of School
Duties and Responsibilities:
Enrolment and admissions
- Manage the registration and placement processes and keep the enrolment forms on the school portals and databases .
Attendance
- Monitor the accurate compilation of daily attendance reports and records through the secretary’s office
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and teachers
- Research, develop and implement programs to improve student attendance
- Plan, design, and conduct follow-through strategies to implement the school attendance program
- Coordinate with class teachers to provide work for absent students
Social and emotional learning
- Fully embrace our school’s mission, vision, and values and promote them to students, staff, other faculty, parents, and members of the outside community.
- Implement the child protection policy and be a member of the child protection team.
- Be part of a team developing, training and teaching the social and emotional learning curriculum.
- Model and support our approach to rigorous academic instruction combined with instilling and reinforcing behaviors and values that lead to academic and life success
- Participate in working groups of staff and teachers to plan, problem solve, and support one another on an ongoing basis
- Establish and implement social skills, discipline and school culture initiatives
- Develop and direct the After School Program in conjunction with the specialty teachers
- Collaborate with other members of the school’s leadership team to create and sustain programs for students and families that recognize and celebrate achievement and continuous progress
Parent liaison
- Develop and maintain parent involvement systems and structures, including parent association and parent involvement plan.
- Communicate and help coordinate events such as family days with the Parent association.
- Communicate regularly with families to develop a supportive home-school relationship by coordinating through emails, telegram groups and portal-based communication
- Actively encourage parents to engage in their students’ academic success and other school activities
- Ensure that all students and families know and abide by the school rules and norms including ensuring parents receive a copy of the school handbook.
- Maintain positive, constructive and professional relationships with students, their families, and colleagues
- Be highly present and visible during school hours relentlessly ensuring a positive school environment
External partnerships
- Develop and manage partnerships with outside agencies to support the needs of students, families and staff
Events
- Attend all after school student and family events
- Coordinates event team and activities
- Organize and attend admissions events (to answer admissions inquiries)
About You
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- BA/BSC degree or postgraduate degree in Management, Office Management, Secretarial Science, or related field of studies.
- Minimum of 2 – 3 years in administrative or secretarial experience
- Previous experience in a school environment, preferably in international or community schools.
- Proven proficiency in data entry, website content updates, and records management/filing systems
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in using computerized systems and databases.
- Ability to develop and deliver engaging presentations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups and constituencies.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and compile data to prepare clear and accurate reports.
- Effective oral and written communication abilities.
- Understanding of student recruitment and retention strategies.
- Capability to develop, plan, and execute both short- and long-term goals.
- Skill in creating and writing promotional and marketing materials.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret student transcripts and records.
- Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong time management skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Amharic.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Proactive mindset, with a focus on identifying and implementing improvements to the admissions process.
- High levels of enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude.
- Strong ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.
- Office suites (MS Office, iWork)
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Training and Development
- Technical proficiency
How to Apply
Applications: Interested applicants are asked to apply by submitting their most recent CV as well as a letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining their suitability for the post and motivation in making the application.
The CV must include names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom must be the candidate’s most recent supervisor/ line manager.
Referees will not be contacted without prior permission.
Applications should be submitted by email to: hr@scsaddis.com.
In addition to interaction with candidates’ professional referees a variety of background checks will be required prior to final appointment.
Please note that Kelem International School is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices to ensure that the school provides a safe and secure environment for all.
Please note that applicants will be contacted for further assessment only if they are shortlisted.
Closing date: Ten (10) days from the date of this advertisement.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible, as KIS reserves the right to close the selection process at ANY TIME once the ideal candidate is identified.
Application review begins as soon as applications are received.
02. Social Studies Teacher
Working Hours
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday -Thursday; 7:30 am – 3:30 pm Fridays
Deadline: August 19, 2025
Reports to:
- Team Leader
About You
Job Requirements
- BEd./BA degree in Social Studies (Geography, History, etc) or related fields
- Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching experience preferably in an international education system
Please note that all interested applicants are expected to fulfill the following professional qualities:
- Model exemplary behavior for students
- Be effective contributors to all team processes within the school
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for students and their learning
- Motivate students and inspire continuous learning
- Be committed and open to professional development as a teacher
- Value and contribute to the multicultural work environment
- Maintain an open, honest relationship with their supervisors
- Contribute positively and effectively to school-wide professional development activities
- Be able to respond positively to constructive feedback with view of continued professional development
- Implement school policies and procedures and enforce school rules in a consistent manner
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions and actions related to student safety
- Be prepared to work beyond the school day, when required, for the benefit of our students and their learning
- Willingly perform other reasonable duties as assigned
- Adaptability
- Emotional Intelligence
- Effective communication and sociability
- Motivation
- Continuous learning
How to Apply
Interested applicants are asked to apply by submitting their most recent CV as well as a letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining their suitability for the post and motivation in making the application.
The CV must include names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom must be the candidate’s most recent supervisor/ line manager.
Referees will not be contacted without prior permission.
Applications should submitted by email to: hr@scsaddis.com.
In addition to interaction with candidates’ professional referees a variety of background checks will be required prior to final appointment.
Please note that Kelem International School is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices to ensure that the school provides a safe and secure environment for all.
Please note that applicants will be contacted for further assessment only if they are shortlisted.
Closing date: Ten (10) days from the date of this advertisement.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible, as KIS reserves the right to close the selection process at ANY TIME once the ideal candidate is identified.
Application review begins as soon as applications are received.
03. KG Teacher
Vacancy Announcement
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Working Hours
Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday; 7:30 am – 3:30 pm Fridays
Reports to:
- Team Leader
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and continuously develop expertise in early childhood education.
- Design and implement lesson plans that meet state learning standards and the school’s specific learning objectives.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers to coordinate lessons, ensuring interdisciplinary reinforcement of concepts.
- Provide both direct and indirect instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Plan short- and long-term learning activities tailored to individual student needs.
- Prepare students for all required assessments and evaluate their progress effectively.
- Produce at least quarterly individual student achievement reports for parents.
- Create an inviting, stimulating, and innovative classroom environment that fosters curiosity and creativity.
- Practice effective and positive classroom management strategies.
- Actively seek and incorporate feedback and coaching from the school’s leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the School Administration.
Essential Skills & Competencies:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Highly organized, autonomous, and able to meet tight deadlines.
- Genuine passion for working with young children.
About You
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education (Early Childhood Education preferred).
- Proven expertise in early childhood education (through relevant degree, specialization, or work experience).
- Demonstrated ability to engage and inspire school-age children.
- Experience teaching diverse learners, including children with special needs.
- Teaching experience in a public or private school setting (urban experience preferred).
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Competence in evaluating student achievement and learning progress.
- Commitment to accountability for student outcomes.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years classroom teaching experience.
- Experience in community or international schools is highly desirable.
- Effective communication and sociability
- Attention to detail
How to Apply
Closing date: Ten (10) days from the date of this advertisement.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible, as KIS reserves the right to close the selection process at ANY TIME once the ideal candidate is identified. Application review begins as soon as applications are received.
Applications: Interested applicants are asked to apply by submitting their most recent CV as well as a letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining their suitability for the post and motivation in making the application. The CV must include names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom must be the candidate’s most recent supervisor/ line manager. Referees will not be contacted without prior permission.
Applications should be submitted by email to: hr@scsaddis.com In addition to interaction with candidates’ professional referees a variety of background checks will be required prior to final appointment.
Please note that Kelem International School is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices to ensure that the school provides a safe and secure environment for all.
Please note that applicants will be contacted for further assessment only if they are shortlisted.
