Intermediate Phase Teacher: Grade 4

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

Job summary

A co-educational preparatory school in Bloemfontein is looking for a passionate Grade 4 Teacher to start in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have a love for teaching, coaching senior boys’ sports, and nurturing children's growth both academically and on the sports field. Applicants should possess a relevant teaching qualification and have at least five years of teaching experience. Excited candidates can apply online before the closing date on August 20, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ teaching experience.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Up-to-date Police Clearance, Sexual Offenders Clearance, and National Child Protection Register certificates.

Responsibilities

• Ignite curiosity and foster critical thinking in students.
• Nurture growth and support children academically and in sports.
• Participate in a vibrant extracurricular program.

Skills

Coaching senior boys’ sport

Excellent communication skills

Experience teaching Mathematics

Experience teaching Afrikaans FAL

Organisational skills

Innovative teaching approach

Passion for working with children

Education

Appropriate university degree or professional teaching qualification

Job description

Cowan House Independent Co-educational Preparatory School educates boys and girls from Grade RRR to Grade 7. Our 76 year old school has a strong Christian ethos and is located in the village of Hilton in the KZN Midlands.

INTERMEDIATE PHASE TEACHER: Grade 4

To start January 2026.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Grade 4 teacher who can ignite curiosity, foster critical thinking, and nurture growth in every child. The ideal candidate will bring warmth and enthusiasm to the classroom and have a genuine love for encouraging children to thrive — both academically and on the sports field.

Coaching senior boys’ sport is essential, and experience teaching Afrikaans as a First Additional Language (FAL) would be advantageous, but not a requirement. If you are passionate about teaching and coaching, and committed to nurturing the potential of every boy and girl, we would love to hear from you!

What Makes You Our Ideal Grade 4 Teacher?

• An appropriate university degree or professional teaching qualification registered with SACE
• A minimum of five years’ teaching experience
• Ability to coach senior boys’ sport
• Experience teaching Mathematics – experience teaching NumberSense is advantageous
• Experience teaching Afrikaans FAL is advantageous
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• An innovative approach to teaching the 21st-century child, including the use of technology in the classroom
• Enthusiasm for participating in a vibrant extracurricular program
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their growth
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and a strong embodiment of our school’s values
• Ability to collaborate effectively and cooperatively with colleagues
• Commitment to upholding the Christian ethos and values of the school
• Up-to-date Police Clearance, Sexual Offenders Clearance, and National Child Protection Register certificates

Excited to join us? Please complete the online application form on our website .

Closing date: Wednesday 20 August 2025.

The appointment of candidates is at Cowan House’s sole discretion, taking into account factors such as Cowan House’s Employment Equity Policy. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Cowan House, 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 are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.