Adding a class teacher in Kurasa ensures that each classroom is properly managed and ready for daily teaching activities. Once a class teacher is assigned, they gain access to class-level tools such as attendance marking, learner management, lesson monitoring, and assessment tracking.
This action can only be completed by users with administrator access in a school workspace.
Who Can Add a Class Teacher? #
You can add a class teacher if you are logged in as:
- School Administrator
- Headteacher
- Workspace Owner
Teachers without admin permissions cannot assign class teachers.
How to Add a Class Teacher in Kurasa #
Follow these steps while logged in with an admin role:
Step-by-Step Instructions #
- From the left navigation menu, click Classrooms
- Select the classroom you want to assign a class teacher to
- On the classroom Overview page, scroll to the Class Teachers section
- Click Add
- Select the teacher from the dropdown list
- Click Add to confirm
Once added, the teacher will immediately appear under the Class Teachers section.
What Happens After Adding a Class Teacher? #
After a class teacher is assigned, they can:
- View and manage their assigned classroom
- Mark daily attendance
- Monitor formative and summative assessments
- View learner lists and performance reports
- Track syllabus coverage across subjects
This helps ensure accountability and smooth classroom operations throughout the term.
Adding More Than One Class Teacher #
Kurasa allows more than one class teacher per classroom. This is useful when:
- A class has a main teacher and an assistant
- Responsibilities are shared between teachers
- Transitional or team-teaching arrangements are in place
Step-by-Step Guide on how to add another teacher.
Correcting a Wrong Class Teacher Assignment #
If a teacher was assigned to the wrong class:
- Go to the classroom Overview page
- Scroll to the Class Teachers section
- Click the X next to the teacher’s name
- Confirm removal
You can then add the correct teacher immediately.
Common Issues and Tips #
Teacher not showing in the dropdown?
- Ensure the teacher has already been added to the workspace
- Confirm the teacher account is active
Cannot see the Add button?
- Check that you are logged in with an admin role
Changes not reflecting?
- Refresh the page or check your internet connection
Frequently Asked Questions #
Can a teacher be a class teacher in more than one class? #
Yes. A teacher can be assigned to multiple classrooms if needed.
Can class teachers assign other teachers? #
No. Only administrators can add or remove class teachers.
Does adding a class teacher notify them? #
The teacher will see the class appear in their dashboard once assigned.
Related Guides #
- Adding and Managing Teachers
- Assigning Subject Teachers
- Managing Learners in a Classroom
- Marking Attendance
These guides are part of the Classroom Management section of the Kurasa Help Center.
