2026 Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels Biology Teacher, Secondary School (Ormonde)

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A pan-African independent network of schools is seeking a Biology Teacher to educate secondary school students using an enquiry-based learning approach. The successful candidate will prepare students for IGCSE and A-level exams while fostering a passion for learning. Applicants should hold a relevant degree and possess teaching experience at the senior school level. This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative education network in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Taught Biology at the upper senior school level (Grade 10 – 12 experience).
• Experience with Cambridge curriculum objectives is a plus.
• Ability to lead a classroom independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional, enquiry-based Biology lessons.
• Prepare students for IGCSE, AS, and A-level exams.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents and contribute to co-curricular activities.

Skills

Student-centered learning

Classroom management

Technology integration

Enquiry-based learning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Biology as a major

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Job description

2026 Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels Biology Teacher, Secondary School (Ormonde)

Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels Biology teacher to teach secondary school grades at our Ormonde secondary school in January 2026! This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.

About Nova Pioneer

Nova Pioneer is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high-quality, accessible education from pre-primary through secondary school. Nova Pioneer uses a unique, enquiry-based learning approach that encourages students to ask “why” instead of telling them the “what”.

About the Role

We are looking for an exceptional Biology Teacher to teach senior grades. Resident teachers lead instruction and planning for subject or grade level classrooms and are responsible for driving a rigorous, enquiry-based learning environment the Nova Pioneer way.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Deliver exceptional, real-world, enquiry-based Biology lessons that align with the Cambridge curriculum requirements
• Prepare students to sit IGCSE, AS, and A-level exams.
• Deliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons supported by technology to enhance instructional delivery
• Observe, coach, and be a model teacher for new teachers
• Infuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence
• Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students and provide student feedback so they internalise it
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress. Use assessment data to adjust instructional content and delivery techniques accordingly
• Attend weekly feedback meetings with Deans and learning designers to enhance teaching practices
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organisation-wide learning and reflection
• Communicate regularly with parents through email, telephone and parent-teacher conferences
• Contribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a term
• Participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, and fulfil supervision duties as assigned including occasional morning, evening and weekend events.

About You

Skills and Qualifications required:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Biology as a major or a similar degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is essential.
• You have taken Biology as a major to the third year level at the university
• You have taught Biology at the upper senior school level (Grade 10 – 12 experience)
• Experience and/or understanding of Cambridge curriculum objectives
• SACE registered
• Ability to lead a classroom independently
• You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student
• You have an understanding of and passion for enquiry-based, student-centered learning
• You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach
• You are a team player and you enjoy group problem solving
• You are adept at using technology for instruction