# Mathematics Teacher - Educational Research Study

**Company:** [Tatu City](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/qcR7dmBMkzBx92LjgJfYWJ.md)
**Location:** Tatu City, Kenya
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Part-time
**Department:** Marketing Department

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## Description

**Position Overview**

Tatu City's AI Learning Lab is seeking a qualified, dependable, and learner-focused Mathematics Teacher to support the implementation of a structured educational research study involving Grade 7 and Grade 8 learners.

The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of teacher-assisted learning compared to AI-assisted learning using Microsoft Copilot, while learners engage in self-paced mathematics practice through Khan Academy. The selected teacher will facilitate learning sessions for a cohort of approximately 20-25 learners and ensure strict adherence to the study's instructional and research protocols.

This role is ideal for an educator who values evidence-based practice, can operate within a highly structured environment, and is skilled at guiding learners through questioning and coaching rather than direct instruction.

**Key Responsibilities**

1\. **Instructional Facilitation and Learner Support**

-   Facilitate two 40-minute mathematics learning sessions per week over a 12-week period (24 sessions in total).
-   Support learners using the project's standardized **Common Help Ladder** framework.
-   Provide brief, targeted coaching interventions that promote learner reasoning, self-correction, and conceptual understanding.
-   Limit learner support interactions to approximately 2-3 minutes per learner to maintain consistency across participants.
-   Encourage independent problem-solving by using guided questioning techniques rather than providing direct answers.
-   Maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that encourages learner engagement and confidence.
-   Ensure all instructional support aligns with approved research protocols.

**2\. Curriculum Delivery and Session Management**

-   Support learning exclusively within the approved Grade 7 or Grade 8 Khan Academy mathematics pathway.
-   Follow the prescribed instructional sequence, including topics such as- Proportional Relationships, Equations and Expressions, Linear Relationships.  Geometry and Measurement and other approved curriculum topics.
-   Deliver all sessions consistently, maintaining the prescribed timing, pacing, and learning conditions.
-   Refrain from assigning homework, conducting additional lessons, or introducing unapproved teaching materials.
-   Ensure learners remain focused on approved study activities throughout each session.

**3\. Research Integrity and Assessment Security**

-   Adhere strictly to all study procedures, protocols, and operational guidelines.
-   Maintain accurate session documentation using assigned participant research identification numbers only.
-   Protect learner confidentiality and ensure personal information is not recorded in research documentation.
-   Ensure that no AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, are used within the teacher-assisted study cohort.
-   Promptly report any protocol deviations, operational concerns, or incidents that may affect study outcomes or validity.
-   Support efforts to maintain consistency and reliability across all study sessions.

**4\. Safeguarding, Ethics, and Data Protection**

-   Comply fully with all child safeguarding policies and procedures.
-   Adhere to all ethical research, confidentiality, and data protection requirements.
-   Immediately report and escalate any safeguarding concerns, data privacy breaches or incidents, technical disruptions, research protocol deviations, health and safety concerns.
-   Collaborate with project leadership and research staff to maintain a safe, compliant, and learner-centered environment.
-   Demonstrate professionalism and ethical conduct when interacting with learners, parents, and project stakeholders.

## Requirements

-   Diploma, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification in Education.
-   Specialization in Mathematics, Science, or a related field is preferred.
-   Current Teacher Service Commission (TSC) registration will be an added advantage.
-   Proven experience teaching Mathematics at Grade 7 and/or Grade 8 level.
-   Strong understanding of the Kenyan Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), particularly Junior Secondary Mathematics.
-   Experience supporting learners with diverse learning needs and ability levels.
-   Previous participation in educational programs, pilot projects, or research studies is desirable but not mandatory.
-   Basic digital literacy and proficiency in using technology for learning.
-   Ability to navigate learning management systems and online educational platforms.
-   Competence in using tablets, laptops, web-based applications, and other digital learning tools.
-   Comfortable supporting learners in a technology-enabled learning environment