Diction teacher

Job summary

The Diction Teacher is responsible for teaching pupils correct pronunciation, speech clarity, voice projection, and public speaking skills. The teacher will help students develop a neutral Nigerian/British/American accent, improve reading fluency, and build confidence in speaking for assembly, debates, and presentations.

Min Qualification: N.C.E Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

Teaching & Training:

• Teach correct pronunciation of English words using phonetics and phonology
• Conduct diction, elocution, and oratory classes for Nursery to Primary 6
• Train pupils on proper intonation, stress, rhythm, and articulation
• Prepare and deliver weekly lesson notes, speech drills, tongue-twisters, and poems
• Correct speech defects like lisping, mumbling, and mother-tongue interference

Public Speaking & Performance:

• Coach pupils for assembly announcements, debates, spelling bee, and drama
• Prepare students for external competitions and inter-school elocution contests
• Organize speech/presentation days and graduation speeches

Assessment & Progress Tracking:

• Assess each pupil’s speaking ability and keep progress records
• Give feedback to class teachers and parents on areas of improvement
• Record audio/video samples to track improvement termly

Collaboration:

• Work with English and Phonics teachers to align lessons
• Support teachers on how to correct pupils' pronunciation in class
• Create diction corners, word walls, and speaking activities for the school

Requirements:

• A minimum of an NCE in English, Linguistics, Communication, or Theatre Arts
• A minimum of 2 years of experience