DRAMATIC ARTS TEACHER FOR MATRIC

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 248,000 - 358,000; Part time

Job summary

Michael Oak Waldorf School in Cape Town is seeking a part-time Dramatic Arts teacher for Matric to begin in 2027. The successful candidate will teach the CAPS curriculum for Matric and prepare learners for the NSC examination, with a passion for drama and student development.

The role requires formal FET Phase Dramatic Arts qualifications, current SACE registration, and experience in directing school productions. Willingness to work after-hours for rehearsals and events is expected.

Qualifications

• Formal teaching qualification in the FET Phase with Dramatic Arts specialization.
• Current SACE registration.
• At least two years’ post-qualification experience teaching Dramatic Arts in Grades 10 to 12, including final examination prep.
• Working knowledge of CAPS Dramatic Arts assessment, including Practical Assessment Tasks and School-Based Assessment.
• Experience directing and staging school productions.
• Willingness to work beyond school hours for rehearsals, parent meetings and school events.

Responsibilities

• Teach Dramatic Arts to Matric (CAPS) and prepare learners for NSC examinations.
• Prepare learners for the NSC examination and support assessment tasks.
• Direct and stage school productions and performances.
• Collaborate with staff, learners and parents; contribute to school events.

Skills

Dramatic Arts expertise

CAPS assessment knowledge

Directing

Staging

Team collaboration

Education

FET Phase teaching qualification

SACE registration

Job description

Situated in the heart of the southern suburbs of Cape Town, Michael Oak Waldorf School is a beautiful small school community with children from nursery to matric. Michael Oak seeks to awaken the whole child towards creative responsibility and to develop confident, balanced individuals empowered to work with the challenges of today and tomorrow.

We are seeking candidates for the position of:

DRAMATIC ARTS TEACHER FOR MATRIC

Part-time position to begin 2027

Michael Oak is seeking a Dramatic Arts teacher to teach the CAPS curriculum for Matric and prepare learners for the NSC examination. Our preferred candidate will be passionate about teaching Dramatic Arts as a matric subject and about bringing young people to the stage.

Requirements

• A formal teaching qualification in the FET Phase, with Dramatic Arts as a specialisation
• Current SACE registration
• At least two years’ post-qualification experience teaching Dramatic Arts in Grades 10 to 12, including preparing learners for the final examination
• Working knowledge of CAPS Dramatic Arts assessment, including Practical Assessment Tasks and School-Based Assessment
• Experience directing and staging school productions
• Willingness to work beyond school hours for rehearsals, performances, parent meetings and school events

Advantageous

• Experience as an examiner, marker or moderator in Dramatic Arts

The person we are looking for is:

• caring and enthusiastic, and dedicated to young people and their development
• self-motivated and able to work independently without formal supervision
• able to work well with our community of staff, learners and parents
• willing to contribute actively to the collective management of the school

Michael Oak is committed to transformation. In accordance with our Employment Equity Plan preference shall be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups. Preference will also be given to South African citizens, permanent residents, or those who already have a valid work permit.

Protection of Personal Information (POPI) disclaimer:

Michael Oak is committed to ensuring confidentiality of personal information. Your information will be used for the sole purpose of recruitment and any required statutory reporting. All reasonable measures will be taken to protect the information of applicants. By applying for this position and submitting your personal details and CV, you acknowledge acceptance of this disclaimer.