College Visual Art and Design teacher

Inspired Education Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Johannesburg seeks an experienced educator to join their team. The role entails creating a positive learning environment, setting clear expectations, and promoting student well-being. Candidates should have a university degree, SACE certification, and a minimum of three years of teaching experience, particularly in Visual Art and Design up to Grade 12. This position offers the opportunity to work in a premium school with a focus on innovative learning practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience teaching in relevant phase.
• Experience with IEB programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and present interesting lessons.
• Establish and maintain a nurturing teaching environment.
• Evaluate and refine teaching practices.
• Set and mark exams and evaluations.

Skills

Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals

Adaptable teaching style

Understanding of student welfare

Proven experience teaching Visual Art and Design to Grade 12

Confidence in ICT and design applications

Education

University degree in appropriate subject

Certified Teaching Status / SACE

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL :

Reddford House Blue Hills is a premium private school situated in Blue Hills, Kyalami, Midrand.

Reddford House Blue Hills offers a balanced, holistic, innovative, vibrant 21st century learning experience, through our IEB curriculum. Offered a wide selection of academic, performing and creative arts and sports - our students are encouraged to discover their unique gifts, talents and abilities - becoming well rounded, lifelong learners.

ROLE SUMMARY :

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning and sports environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Plan, prepare and present interesting and exciting lessons.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave in a professional manner with regards to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddford House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head / line manager determine.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR :

Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals.

Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback.

A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area.

Ability to judge learning effectiveness.

Excellent preparation and planning.

Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance.

Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare

Proven experience teaching Visual Art and Design to Grade 12 level.

Confidence with use of ICT and necessary design applications for teaching.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience with students within the phase of school

Previous experience with IEB programs.

University degree in appropriate subject.

Certified Teaching Status / SACE.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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