Grade 5 Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Cannons Creek Independent School is seeking a passionate Grade 5 Teacher to join their Intermediate Phase in Term 1 of 2026. The ideal candidate will have a recognized teaching qualification, experience in teaching Mathematics, and proficiency in computer literacy, specifically with the Google Suite. The role also requires involvement in sport and the ability to support the school’s Christian ethos, contributing to a positive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Mathematics in the Intermediate Phase.
• Registration with SACE required.
• Must support the Christian ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 5 students with a focus on Mathematics.
• Involve in the school’s extra-mural sport programme.
• Utilize Inquiry-Based Learning techniques.

Skills

Proficiency in computer literacy

Knowledge of teaching trends

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Cannons Creek Independent School is a safe community school with a Christian ethos, staffed by passionate professionals who endeavour to educate confident, trustworthy individuals who are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Cannons Creek Independent School seeks to appoint a dedicated and innovative educator who is passionate about teaching this age group in our Intermediate Phase. Applications are invited for the following position:

Grade 5 Teacher

to commence duties in: Term 1 of 2026.

Only applicants who meet the following requirements will be considered:

• A recognised teaching qualification is imperative.
• Experience in teaching Mathematics in the Intermediate Phase is vital for this post.
• Involvement in the school’s extra-mural sport programme will be expected.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.
• Knowledge of the latest teaching trends and exposure to IBL (Inquiry-Based Learning) is advantageous.
• Experience using the Google Suite is essential.
• Registration with SACE is a non-negotiable requirement.
• A Police Clearance certificate will be required.
• Must support the Christian ethos of the school.

Please click here to submit your application. This includes a survey, cover letter and CV upload section.

Closing date for applications: 11 July 2025.

The school retains the right not to fill this position and only short-listed applicants will be notified. Cannons Creek Independent School is committed to the goals of transformation, diversity, equity and belonging, in accordance with its strategic vision.

Cannons Creek Independent School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you recognise and accept this
disclaimer.

Closing Date

11/07/2025

Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa