2026 Cambridge Igcse And A-Levels Biology Teacher, Secondary School (Ormonde)

Nova Pioneer; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative education network is seeking a Biology teacher to empower students through an enquiry-based learning approach. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons aligned with Cambridge curriculum and prepare students for IGCSE and A-level exams. A Bachelor's degree in Science with Biology and teaching experience at the senior school level are essential. Join a dynamic team passionate about student success in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Biology at upper senior school level (Grade 10 - 12).
• Knowledge of Cambridge curriculum objectives.
• SACE registered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver enquiry-based Biology lessons aligned with Cambridge curriculum.
• Prepare students for IGCSE, AS, and A-level exams.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress.

Skills

Enquiry-based learning

Classroom leadership

Technology integration

Student-centered learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science with Biology as a major

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Job description

Nova Pioneer is looking for 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

Imagine a world in which every young person across Africa attends a school that truly sets them up for success in the 21st century. A school that cares about individual students and allows them to explore the world around them. A school that focuses more on developing skills than on memorizing content. At Nova Pioneer, we have done more than just imagine this future, we are bringing it to life. 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. Resident teachers are supported by Deans of Instruction who partner with them in their growth journey by observing lessons, providing feedback and coaching.

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.
• Design rigorous lesson plans
• 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

How to Apply:

Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now!

To apply, please complete the form on the right hand side of this page.

Nova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast! We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students.

Nova Pioneer is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.