Head of Mathematics

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

Job summary

A prominent education provider seeks passionate educators for its high school division, focusing on delivering engaging and future-oriented educational experiences. Candidates must have a relevant degree, teaching certification, and experience in fostering student development in a supportive and challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in education and PGCE or B. Education (FET) required.
• 2-5 years teaching experience and certification from SACE are essential.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs for high school students.
• Manage student behavior and academic assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community members.

Skills

Computer literacy

Digital literacy

Interpersonal skills

Professional presentation

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Degree (NQF level 7)

PGCE or B. Education (FET)

Job description

• Business Unit: Pinnacle College Rynfield – High School
• Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
• Company primary industry: Education Management
• Job functional area: Education

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Educators in the FET phase will be responsible for planning, organizing and implementing appropriate instructional programs in a high school environment that guide and encourage students to develop and fulfil their academic potential and prepare them for life after graduation. They will need :-

• to deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
• to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
• to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• to communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance :-

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• a degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B. Education (FET) with a specialization in the subjects to be taught
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• 2-5 years Specialist subject teaching
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid
• A Lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately

Please apply online via the ADvTECH career portal: