Language Arts Program Director & Literacy Advocate

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Leadership team support

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, South Africa, seeks a Language Arts Coordinator to lead English and Literature programs, overseeing curriculum development and teaching standards. This role emphasizes fostering a love for reading and critical thinking among students and supporting teachers with strong leadership.

You will mentor Language Arts staff, drive professional development, monitor literacy progress, and organize literary events to promote reading and writing, while contributing to a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, Literature, Education, or related field.
• 7+ years teaching English/Language Arts, with 3+ years in leadership/curriculum roles.
• Expertise in literacy instruction and curriculum design.
• Strong pedagogical approaches for reading, writing and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and implement Language Arts curriculum from primary to secondary.
• Provide leadership and professional development for Language Arts teachers.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching effectiveness and literacy progress.
• Organize literary events, workshops, and competitions to promote reading and writing.
• Collaborate with other department heads for integrated learning experiences.
• Stay updated on current research and best practices in language arts education.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Curriculum design

Curriculum development

Pedagogical strategies

Reading/writing education

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in English/Literature/Education

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit, South Africa, seeks a Language Arts Coordinator to lead English and Literature programs, overseeing curriculum development and teaching standards. This role emphasizes fostering a love for reading and critical thinking among students and supporting teachers with strong leadership.

You will mentor Language Arts staff, drive professional development, monitor literacy progress, and organize literary events to promote reading and writing, while contributing to a