Grade 8 - 12 History & SS Teacher

Radley; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated and passionate FET-qualified History/SS teacher to inspire young minds in small classroom settings. This role emphasizes personalized attention, innovative teaching methods, and the integration of entrepreneurial concepts into lessons. You will be responsible for planning engaging lessons, evaluating student progress, and maintaining records in line with IEB requirements. If you are committed to nurturing learners and fostering their academic growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in education. Join a team that values care and creativity in teaching.

Qualifications

• FET qualified with a four-year teaching degree/diploma.
• SACE registration and IEB Grade 12 experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage in classroom teaching for History and Social Sciences.
• Prepare lessons according to IEB curriculum and learner needs.
• Provide extra lessons to address learning gaps.

Skills

FET Qualification

SACE Registration

Teaching Experience

IEB Curriculum Knowledge

Modern Teaching Practices

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Entrepreneurial Experience

Education

Recognised Four-Year Teaching Degree/Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Radley Private School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic FET-qualified History / SS teacher(IEB Matric Experience) with a passion for teaching small classrooms where one can give individual attention to each learner. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that foster purposeful learning progression, evaluating and reporting on academic progress, and maintaining comprehensive records as per the requirements of the IEB. Radley teachers are different: they care and have freedom to incorporate more diverse practices into everyday lessons. Radley is all about entrepreneurship, and you will be developed to incorporate entrepreneurial concepts and thinking into your lessons.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in classroom teaching that fosters a meaningful progression in learners’ understanding of History and Social Sciences.
• Implement strategies to improve learner results and ensure agreed outcomes are met each term.
• Prepare lessons considering IEB curriculum guidelines, new teaching approaches, technology integration, and learner needs.
• Plan, coordinate, administer, evaluate, and report on learner academic progress.
• Provide extra lessons where learning gaps are identified.
• Assist the Principal and HODs with learner counselling, guidance, discipline, career advice, and overall welfare.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date learner attendance and assessment records are maintained within deadlines.
• Moderate test and exam papers (internal and external), as well as their memoranda when required.
• Perform various non-teaching administrative duties, such as fire drills and first aid.
• Attend entrepreneurial training and development sessions to expand on your own entrepreneurial knowledge.

Skills, Competencies & Minimum Criteria

• FET Qualified with a recognised four-year teaching degree/diploma from an accredited institution.
• SACE Registration is essential. IEB Grade 12 experience is non-negotiable.
• Compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements for teachers.
• At least three years of teaching experience.
• Familiar with the IEB curriculum for History / SS and related subjects.
• Proficient in modern teaching practices, including personalised learning, flipped classrooms, differentiated instruction, and effective use of technology in teaching.
• Passion for History / SSand a genuine interest in developing young minds.
• Experience in entrepreneurship or entrepreneurial activities is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence is an advantage.

Behavioural Competencies

• High emotional intelligence with a passion for nurturing young minds.
• Self-motivated and highly organised with a systematic approach to work.
• Pro-active team player with the ability to manage tasks under pressure.
• Punctual and reliable at all times.
• Receptive to constructive criticism and ability to make improvements.
• Able to travel locally as required.