Classroom Teacher (Primary) x74 at Education and Training

Ministry of Education and Training Circular Notice No. 13 of 2026

Reference: ED/D/1/1

Advertisement for Vacancies in Schools

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position tenable at the Teaching Service for Government and Church-Owned Schools around Lesotho.

Note: All positions are open to both qualified unemployed teachers and serving teachers who have acquired higher qualifications.

Classroom Teacher (Primary)

School of Assignment: Primary School

Job Title: Classroom Teacher

Number of Positions: 74

Ministry: Education and Training

Department: Teaching Service

Nature of Contract: Permanent

Responsible To: Deputy Principal / Principal

Schools Requiring Classroom Teachers

A total of 74 vacancies are available in primary schools across all districts of Lesotho. Positions are available at the following levels:

• Senior Teacher II (Primary)
• Senior Teacher I (Primary)
• Teacher II (Primary)
• Teacher I (Primary)
• Teacher I (ECCD)

Job Summary

To carry out classroom instruction to ensure that pupils acquire quality education as determined by the education policy, curriculum, and assessment standards in line with global standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

• Demonstrate outstanding teaching in assigned learning areas.
• Prepare quality lessons in the relevant subject area.
• Take on a curriculum leadership role in respect of the subject or learning area.
• Plan, coordinate, control, administer, evaluate and report on students’ academic progress.
• Develop learning and teaching materials.
• Demonstrate leadership and mentorship for junior teaching staff.

Student Support

• Participate in guidance, counselling and psychosocial support of learners.
• Promote discipline and the general welfare of learners.
• Maintain class attendance registers and learner records as required by school regulations.
• Meet with parents to discuss learners’ progress and conduct.

Extra-Curricular Activities

• Participate in organising sports, community, social and cultural activities.

Job Specification

Senior Teacher II (Primary)

Level: 1
Grade: L5

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• M.Ed or equivalent plus at least 2 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I with satisfactory performance and requisite competencies;

OR

• B.Ed Honours or equivalent plus 3 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I with satisfactory performance and requisite competencies;

OR

• B.Ed or equivalent plus at least 5 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I with satisfactory performance and requisite competencies.

Senior Teacher I (Primary)

Level: 1
Grade: L4b

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• M.Ed or equivalent;

OR

• B.Ed Honours or equivalent plus 3 years’ experience as Teacher II;

OR

• B.Ed or equivalent plus at least 5 years’ experience as Teacher II with satisfactory performance and requisite competencies.

Teacher II (Primary)

Level: 1
Grade: L4a

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education or equivalent;

OR

• Diploma in Primary Education or equivalent plus 4 years’ teaching experience as Teacher I with satisfactory performance and requisite competencies.

Teacher I (Primary)

Level: 1
Grade: L3b

Applicants must possess:

• Diploma in Primary Education;

OR

• Equivalent qualification.

Teacher I (ECCD)

Level: 1
Grade: L3a

Applicants must possess:

• Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) or equivalent.

For Teacher I (ECCD) positions, priority will be given to teachers with experience teaching Reception classes in Public Schools.

Salary Scales

Senior Teacher II (Primary)

Salary Range: M179,976.00 – M225,852.00 per annum

Senior Teacher I (Primary)

Salary Range: M166,272.00 – M194,328.00 per annum

Teacher II (Primary)

Salary Range: M142,896.00 – M170,940.00 per annum

Teacher I (Primary)

Salary Range: M123,984.00 – M149,172.00 per annum

Teacher I (ECCD)

Salary Range: M98,982.00 – M123,984.00 per annum

Key Competencies

• Ability to conceptualise, plan and implement effective learning programmes.
• Ability to promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of child and youth learning and development.
• Ability to analyse and effectively use assessment information collected through formal and informal methods.
• Ability to apply critical inquiry and professional learning in professional practice.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with learners.
• Commitment to promoting the well-being of all students.
• Commitment to the teaching profession.

Submission of Applications

Note: All new applicants should apply using Schedule (5), while applicants for leadership positions should use Schedule (6). Schedules are available at District Human Resource Offices.

Applications, including certified copies of relevant qualifications, registration certificate, marriage certificate (where applicable), two reference letters, copy of National ID, and Curriculum Vitae (CV), must be submitted to the District Education Office Human Resource Office. Copies should also be submitted to the School Board, Educational Secretary, and Supervisor Government Schools.

Closing Date

Applications must reach the relevant office by 16:30 on 2nd July 2026.

Addresses for District Education Offices

1. Butha-Buthe Education Office
   P.O. Box 230, Butha-Buthe 400, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22460258
2. Leribe Education Office
   P.O. Box 12, Leribe 300, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22400210 / 22401360
3. Berea Education Office
   P.O. Box 561, Teya-Teyaneng 200, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22500235
4. Maseru Education Office
   P.O. Box 47, Maseru 100, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22313709
5. Mafeteng Education Office
   P.O. Box 13, Mafeteng 900, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22700213
6. Mohale’s Hoek Education Office
   P.O. Box 50, Mohale’s Hoek 800, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22785291
7. Quthing Education Office
   P.O. Box 41, Quthing 700, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22750266
8. Qacha’s Nek Education Office
   P.O. Box 3, Qacha’s Nek 600, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22950226
9. Mokhotlong Education Office
   P.O. Box 156, Mokhotlong 500, Lesotho
   Telephone: 22920225
10. Thaba-Tseka Education Office
    P.O. Box 170, Thaba-Tseka 550, Lesotho
    Telephone: 22900206

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