Head of Computer Science & Curriculum Innovation (Hybrid)
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Job summary
East London High School in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks an accomplished Computer Science Subject Head to lead curriculum development and delivery across Grades 9–12. You will guide a team of CS teachers, promote innovative teaching methods, and ensure students acquire robust digital skills for higher education and the workforce.
The role combines on-site leadership with remote administrative duties, requiring a strong academic background in CS, proven leadership, and commitment to technology
Qualifications
- Strong leadership experience in education
- Proficient in CS programming languages (Python/Java/C++)
- Experience with curriculum development and pedagogy in technology education
Responsibilities
- Lead development, review, and implementation of CS curriculum across grades
- Mentor CS teachers and oversee professional development
- Deliver high-quality CS education including programming, data science, cybersecurity, and digital literacy
- Oversee integration of technology and digital tools in teaching
- Manage department budget, resources, and computer labs
- Organize coding clubs, robotics, and hackathons
- Collaborate with administration for interdisciplinary learning
- Assess curriculum effectiveness and implement improvements
- Stay current with trends in CS education
- Contribute to a positive, innovative learning environment on campus
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Education
Job description
East London High School in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks an accomplished Computer Science Subject Head to lead curriculum development and delivery across Grades 9–12. You will guide a team of CS teachers, promote innovative teaching methods, and ensure students acquire robust digital skills for higher education and the workforce.
The role combines on-site leadership with remote administrative duties, requiring a strong academic background in CS, proven leadership, and commitment to technology
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