High School Science Teacher (Physics & Chemistry)

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-equipped science laboratories

Professional development support

Contributory medical aid and pension

Collaborative school culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a qualified and passionate High School Science Teacher specializing in Physics and Chemistry to join their esteemed institution in Pretoria. This role is central to inspiring the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and rigorous science education, guiding students through complex scientific concepts and preparing them for future academic endeavors within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics or Chemistry) with PGCE.
• Minimum 3 years' teaching experience at high school level.
• Strong subject matter expertise in Physics and Chemistry.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Experience with curriculum development and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver dynamic lesson plans for Physics and Chemistry to high school students.
• Conduct laboratory experiments safely and effectively, ensuring student comprehension.
• Assess student understanding through assignments, tests, and practical assessments.
• Incorporate modern teaching technologies and methodologies to enhance learning.
• Maintain a structured and stimulating classroom environment conducive to scientific inquiry.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics or Chemistry)

PGCE

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively searching for a qualified and passionate High School Science Teacher specializing in Physics and Chemistry to join their esteemed institution in Pretoria . This role is central to inspiring the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and rigorous science education, fostering a deep understanding of scientific principles, and encouraging experimental learning. You will contribute significantly to the school's academic program, guiding students through complex scientific concepts and preparing them for future academic endeavors within a collaborative teaching environment in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver dynamic lesson plans for Physics and Chemistry to high school students.
• Conduct laboratory experiments safely and effectively, ensuring student comprehension.
• Assess student understanding through assignments, tests, and practical assessments.
• Incorporate modern teaching technologies and methodologies to enhance learning.
• Maintain a structured and stimulating classroom environment conducive to scientific inquiry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics or Chemistry) with Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
• A minimum of 3 years' teaching experience at the high school level.
• Strong subject matter expertise in both Physics and Chemistry.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Experience with curriculum development and assessment.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Access to well-equipped science laboratories.
• Support for professional development and further training.
• Contributory medical aid and pension fund.
• Positive and collaborative school culture.