Geography and Life Orientation Teacher Grades 8 - 10

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Sandton seeks a Geography and Life Orientation Teacher for Grades 8 - 10. The candidate will plan, implement, and assess instructional programs, fostering positive relationships with students and colleagues. Must have a Bachelor’s degree and PGCE, with 3-5 years of teaching experience. This role emphasizes a future-focused education in an inspiring environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years Teaching Experience.
• 3-5 years Subject Specialization.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assess appropriate instructional programs.
• Build relationships with students, parents, and peers.
• Create a motivating learning environment.
• Show professionalism and integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organization skills

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) and PGCE/HDE or B.Education

Valid SACE certificate

Police Clearance

Job description

Geography and Life Orientation Teacher Grades 8 - 10

Closing Date 30 September 2025

• Business Unit: Sandton College
• Company primary industry: Education Management
• Job functional area: Education

The ADvTECH Schools Division leads the private sector in the field of education, contributing meaningfully towards the sustainable development of human capacity in South Africa.

Key Purpose Statement

• To plan, implement and assess appropriate instructional programs in a high school environment that guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential and prepare them for life.
• To build and maintain meaningful relationships with students, parents and peers to foster positive interaction and promote student retention.
• To create and maintain a learning environment and culture that embraces future focused education and one in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged. Uses a range of relevant and recognized approaches to maximize the personal, physical and psycho-social development of every student allowing them to experience a personalized learning journey.
• To demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism at all times. To communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way.
• As a life long learner to continually undertake personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching and learning and remain abreast of trends in global education to ensure the provision of a locally and global education.
• To develop and encourage agency to empower students.
• To create opportunities inside and outside the classroom to allow students to master future focused skills.
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and with professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• The incumbent must present themselves professionally and in alignment with the brand message.
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role.
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) and PGCE/HDE or B.Education [FET/GET] with specialization in the subjects to be taught at the correct level
• Valid SACE certificate
• Police Clearance
• 3-5 years Teaching Experience.
• 3-5 years Subject Specialization

Desired Experience

• Familiarity with IB curriculum and enquiry-based approach to teaching and learning
• IEB teaching experience and matric marking
• First Aid

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