MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
CIRCULAR NOTICE NO. 27 OF 2025
REF: ED/D/I/I
ADVERTISEMENT FOR VACANCIES IN SCHOOLS
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions tenable in the Teaching Service for Government and Church-Owned Schools across Lesotho.
NOTE:
All positions are open to both qualified unemployed teachers and serving teachers who have acquired higher qualifications.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of District Resource Teacher (DRT) tenable within the Teaching Service – Mohale’s Hoek District.
JOB TITLE: District Resource Teacher (DRT)
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
MINISTRY: Education and Training
DEPARTMENT: Teaching Service
STATION: Mohale’s Hoek
NATURE OF CONTRACT: Permanent
RESPONSIBLE TO: Senior Resource Teacher (SRT)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of the Senior Resource Teacher (SRT), the incumbent will provide school-based professional support to schools practicing multi-grade teaching in hard-to-reach areas, as well as other schools where assigned.
The DRT will also participate in all planned educational activities within the district.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide professional support to teachers and principals in primary schools.
- Report directly to the Senior Resource Teacher.
- Receive logistical support from the Senior Education Officer.
- Participate actively in monthly coordination meetings.
- Take part in district planning sessions with the District Education Manager (DEM) and Senior Resource Teacher (SRT).
- Participate in training and dissemination workshops organized by the Ministry or relevant authorities.
- Prepare and submit periodic reports to the Senior Resource Teacher.
- Conduct school-based and regional workshops for teachers and principals.
- Advise schools on assessment policy, emphasizing diagnostic approaches and measurement of learner competencies.
- Develop, produce, and evaluate teaching and learning materials, including teaching modules, assessment tools, and improvised instructional aids.
- Support teachers in the effective use of special teaching materials such as guides and equipment provided by NCDC and publishers.
- Advise principals and teachers on the adoption of sound management practices and innovative teaching methodologies.
- Participate in curriculum development, internal examinations, and reviews of Ministry examination and assessment policies.
- Provide continuous professional support to teachers in nearby primary schools.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Qualifications and Experience:
- B.Ed plus three (3) years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory position; OR
- Diploma in Primary Education plus five (5) years’ experience in a managerial role at the primary school level.
Additional Requirements:
- Must possess strong report writing and communication skills.
- Must demonstrate initiative, leadership, and professional integrity.
SALARY SCALE
| Position | Salary Range (Per Annum) |
|---|---|
| District Resource Teacher (DRT) | M290,052.00 – M359,676.00 |
Submission of Applications
NOTE:
- All new applicants must apply using Schedule (5), while leadership post applicants must use Schedule (6).
- Application forms are available at District Human Resource Offices.
Applications must include:
- Certified copies of educational qualifications and registration certificates
- Marriage certificate (where applicable)
- Two reference letters
- Certified copy of national ID
Applications must reach the District Education Office – Human Resource Section, with copies sent to the School Board, Education Secretary, and Supervisor of Government Schools no later than 16:30 on 05 December 2025.
Contact Information
Principal Secretary – Ministry of Education and Training
P.O. Box 47, Maseru 100
Tel: 22323956
Date: 05 November 2025
Addresses for District Education Offices
- Butha-Buthe Education Office – P.O. Box 230, Butha-Buthe 400 | Tel: 22460258
- Leribe Education Office – P.O. Box 12, Leribe 300 | Tel: 22400210 / 22401360
- Berea Education Office – P.O. Box 561, Teya-Teyaneng 200 | Tel: 22500235
- Maseru Education Office – P.O. Box 47, Maseru 100 | Tel: 22313709
- Mafeteng Education Office – P.O. Box 13, Mafeteng 900 | Tel: 22700213
- Mohale’s Hoek Education Office – P.O. Box 50, Mohale’s Hoek 800 | Tel: 22785291
- Quthing Education Office – P.O. Box 41, Quthing 700 | Tel: 22750266
- Qacha’s Nek Education Office – P.O. Box 3, Qacha’s Nek 600 | Tel: 22950226
- Mokhotlong Education Office – P.O. Box 156, Mokhotlong 500 | Tel: 22920225
- Thaba-Tseka Education Office – P.O. Box 170, Thaba-Tseka 550 | Tel: 22900206