ESL Educator for Intermediate Phase — Hybrid, Paarl

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Paarl, Western Cape setting

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher for the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4–7). The role focuses on developing fluent English among learners whose home language is not English, with a mix of on-site classes and remote prep.

You will plan differentiated lessons, assess progress, collaborate with staff and learning support, and use technology to enhance language learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education with Intermediate Phase specialization or TESOL/TEFL.
• Minimum 4 years of ESL teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of language acquisition theories and ESL methodologies.
• Knowledge of South African curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Excellent classroom management and a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to relate to diverse learners.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital resources.
• SACE registration.
• Passion for teaching English and supporting language learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver differentiated ESL lessons for Intermediate Phase learners.
• Develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English.
• Assess student progress using informal and formal methods and provide feedback.
• Create an inclusive classroom that encourages participation and language practice.
• Adapt materials and methods for diverse proficiency levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate language development across the curriculum.
• Communicate progress and strategies with parents.

Skills

ESL teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor of Education (Intermediate Phase)

TESOL/TEFL

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher for the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4–7). The role focuses on developing fluent English among learners whose home language is not English, with a mix of on-site classes and remote prep.

You will plan differentiated lessons, assess progress, collaborate with staff and learning support, and use technology to enhance language learning.