IGCSE, AS & A LEVEL MATHEMATICS TEACHER

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Academy International School in Fish Hoek, Cape Town seeks an experienced Mathematics Teacher for Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level curricula. You will deliver rigorous lessons, foster deep understanding, and support learners through assessments and exam preparation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of secondary math teaching, strong English, and a commitment to inclusive, high‑impact pedagogy across Cambridge syllabuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics education or closely related field.
• PGCE/Bed teaching qualification and current SACE registration.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience in secondary Mathematics; Cambridge IGCSE and/or International AS & A Level Mathematics experience is advantageous.
• Strong English language skills, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons aligned with Cambridge syllabuses and school curriculum expectations.
• Teach mathematical content across pure mathematics, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics and mechanics where applicable.
• Use clear explanations, worked examples, questioning, modelling and varied practice to meet diverse learning needs.
• Develop learners' ability to communicate mathematical reasoning accurately with proper notation and terminology.
• Set, mark and moderate classwork, tests and examinations promptly and consistently.
• Analyse assessment data to identify misconceptions, monitor progress and provide targeted intervention.
• Prepare learners for Cambridge examinations through syllabus coverage and past papers practice.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and progress and report to learners, parents and school leaders.

Skills

Mathematics expertise

Curriculum planning

Communication

Classroom management

Data analysis

Learner wellbeing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or related field

PGCE/Bed teaching qualification and SACE registration

Job description

Job Description: IGCSE, AS & A Level Mathematics Teacher

Peak Academy International School | Fish Hoek, Cape Town, 7975 | Full-time | Start date: 1 January 2026

Position Overview

Reports to: Senior Management Team
Department: Mathematics
Grades and programmes: Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level and A Level Mathematics

The Mathematics Teacher will deliver engaging, rigorous teaching across Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level and A Level Mathematics. The successful candidate will develop learners’ conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving confidence while preparing them effectively for internal assessments and external examinations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons aligned with the relevant Cambridge syllabuses, schemes of work and school curriculum expectations.
• Teach mathematical content appropriate to assigned courses, including pure mathematics, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, probability and mechanics, where applicable.
• Use clear explanations, worked examples, questioning, modelling, technology and varied practice to meet diverse learning needs.
• Develop learners’ ability to communicate mathematical reasoning accurately and use appropriate notation and terminology.
• Set, mark and moderate classwork, homework, tests, internal and mock examinations and other assessments promptly and consistently.
• Analyse assessment data to identify misconceptions, monitor progress and provide targeted intervention, enrichment and examination support.
• Prepare learners for Cambridge examinations through syllabus coverage, past-paper practice, examination technique and effective revision planning.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, attainment, progress and support provided, and report clearly to learners, parents or guardians, and school leaders.
• Create a purposeful and respectful classroom with high expectations for participation, effort, academic integrity and conduct.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resource development, standardisation, moderation and school improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues, participate in meetings and professional development, and contribute to the wider academic and co-curricular life of the school.
• Use approved digital platforms and mathematical tools responsibly to enhance teaching, learning and assessment.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recognised bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education or a closely related field.
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE / Bed) and current registration with SACE.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience in secondary Mathematics; experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE and/or International AS & A Level Mathematics is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of the relevant Cambridge syllabus requirements, assessment objectives, command words and examination structures.
• Proven ability to teach learners with differing levels of readiness and to support both learners requiring intervention and those needing extension.
• Experience using assessment evidence to improve learner outcomes.
• Strong spoken and written English, with the ability to explain complex mathematical ideas clearly and precisely.

Core Competencies

• Excellent subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Mathematics.
• High-quality lesson planning, instruction and classroom management.
• Analytical thinking and confident use of learner-performance data.
• Clear communication, constructive feedback and positive relationship-building.
• Organisation, reliability, professional judgement and attention to detail.
• Commitment to inclusion, continuous improvement and learner wellbeing.

Safeguarding and Professional Conduct

The postholder must uphold the school’s safeguarding, child-protection, health and safety, confidentiality, equal-opportunity and professional-conduct requirements. Appointment is subject to satisfactory identity, qualification, reference and background checks in accordance with applicable law and school policy.

Performance Expectations

• Consistent delivery of curriculum coverage and appropriately challenging lessons.
• Accurate assessment and timely, actionable feedback.
• Measurable learner progress in relation to starting points and agreed targets.
• Effective preparation for internal and external examinations.
• Constructive contribution to departmental priorities and the wider school community.