Language Arts Teacher (High School)

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Modern resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Language Arts Teacher for a high school in Paarl. The role focuses on fostering a love of literature, critical thinking, and effective communication while delivering engaging lessons and assessing progress.

You will create inclusive learning environments and use technology to enhance teaching, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or related field with a teaching qualification.
• Relevant teaching experience, preferably at the high school level.
• Strong knowledge of literature, grammar, composition, and rhetoric.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in integrating educational technology into teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement dynamic lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum for Language Arts.
• Teach students how to analyze literature, improve writing skills, and enhance oral communication.
• Create a positive, stimulating, and supportive classroom environment for diverse learners.
• Assess student performance through various methods, including essays, tests, and presentations.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to support their academic development.

Skills

Literature knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/English

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an inspiring and qualified Language Arts Teacher for their high school in Paarl . This position requires a dedicated educator to foster a love of literature, critical thinking, and effective communication among students. You will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging lesson plans, assessing student progress, and creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the academic and personal growth of young minds in the beautiful setting of the Western Cape , working within a supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement dynamic lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum for Language Arts.
• Teach students how to analyze literature, improve writing skills, and enhance oral communication.
• Create a positive, stimulating, and supportive classroom environment for diverse learners.
• Assess student performance through various methods, including essays, tests, and presentations.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to support their academic development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or a related field with a teaching qualification.
• Relevant teaching experience, preferably at the high school level.
• Strong knowledge of literature, grammar, composition, and rhetoric.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in integrating educational technology into teaching practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• A collaborative and supportive school environment in Paarl .
• Access to modern teaching resources and facilities.
• Hybrid work arrangements for specific administrative tasks, balancing on-site instruction.