Blooms Academy is a co-educational private school running both Nigerian and British Curricula to provide quality education at affordable fees from Creche to Secondary level of education. It is located in a serene environment in Suncity Estate, Abuja, FCT.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Visual Arts and CCA Teacher
Location: Abuja (FCT) Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging Art and CCA lessons in line with the Nigerian curriculum and relevant British curriculum requirements.
Teach drawing, painting, colouring, painting techniques, design, crafts, collage, modelling, and other age-appropriate creative activities.
Introduce learners to Nigerian arts, cultural heritage, traditional crafts, festivals, music, drama, and contemporary artistic expressions.
Develop learners’ creativity, imagination, critical thinking, practical skills, and artistic appreciation.
Organise hands-on activities, creative projects, exhibitions, competitions, and collaborative art projects.
Integrate project-based learning and digital tools into art and creative instruction where appropriate.
Prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, instructional materials, practical activities, and assessment tasks.
Differentiate instruction to support learners with varying abilities, interests, and learning needs.
Assess learners’ practical work, creativity, participation, progress, and understanding using appropriate assessment methods.
Maintain portfolios of learners’ artwork and document their progress throughout the term.
Ensure the safe and responsible use, storage, and management of art materials, tools, and equipment.
Organise displays of learners’ artwork and contribute to school events, cultural celebrations, assemblies, and exhibitions.
Collaborate with colleagues, parents, Heads of Department, and school leadership to promote holistic learner development.
Participate in departmental meetings, staff training, lesson observations, and other school activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Creative Arts Education, or a related field.
A recognised teaching qualification, such as PGDE or NCE, will be an added advantage where applicable.
TRCN registration or eligibility for registration is required.
A minimum of 3 years of relevant teaching experience is preferred.
Good knowledge of the Nigerian Art and Cultural & Creative Arts curriculum and relevant assessment requirements.
Demonstrable practical skills in drawing, painting, crafts, design, and other visual or creative art forms.
Ability to develop engaging, practical, and age-appropriate learning experiences.
Proficiency in classroom management, lesson planning, learner assessment, and the use of instructional resources.
Strong communication, organisation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to safeguarding, professional ethics, and continuous professional development.
Ideal Candidate Profile The successful candidate should be:
Creative, imaginative, and passionate about developing learners’ artistic talents.
Skilled in practical demonstrations and hands-on teaching.
Able to connect art education with Nigerian culture, global artistic traditions, and everyday life.
Resourceful in using locally available and recycled materials for creative projects.
Capable of identifying and nurturing individual talents and creative potential.
Committed to inclusive teaching, teamwork, and high standards of learner achievement.
Salary N160,000 - N180,000 Monthly.