Language Arts Teacher - Secondary School

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Library resources access

Positive school culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl invites a dynamic Language Arts Teacher to join our secondary school faculty. You will design engaging lessons that build literacy, writing, grammar, and public speaking, while nurturing a love of literature and critical thinking in students.

The successful candidate will create creative assessments, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to a supportive school community within Paarl, helping learners achieve academic and personal growth.

Qualifications

• A degree in English Literature, Language Arts, Education, or related field.
• Teaching qualification and secondary education experience.
• Strong knowledge of grammar, composition, literary analysis, and diverse literary genres.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to inspire students within the Paarl context.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Language Arts instruction across grade levels.
• Develop reading comprehension, critical analysis, persuasive writing, and effective communication.
• Create engaging lesson plans, assignments, and assessments that align with the curriculum.
• Foster a love of literature and encourage critical discussion and thoughtful interpretation.
• Provide constructive feedback on student writing and presentations, promoting growth and improvement.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Classroom management

Literary analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in English / Language Arts / Education

Teaching qualification for secondary education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and inspiring Language Arts Teacher to join their secondary school faculty in Paarl . This position involves cultivating students' literacy skills, critical thinking abilities, and appreciation for literature and effective communication. You will design and deliver engaging lessons that cover reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and public speaking, preparing students for academic and professional success. The ideal candidate is passionate about literature and language, dedicated to fostering a love of learning, and committed to creating a supportive classroom environment within the Paarl community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver comprehensive Language Arts instruction across various grade levels.
• Develop students' skills in reading comprehension, critical analysis, persuasive writing, and effective communication.
• Create engaging lesson plans, assignments, and assessments that align with the curriculum.
• Foster a love of literature and encourage critical discussion and thoughtful interpretation.
• Provide constructive feedback on student writing and presentations, promoting growth and improvement.

Requirements

• A degree in English Literature , Language Arts, Education, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification and experience in secondary education.
• Strong knowledge of grammar, composition, literary analysis, and diverse literary genres.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students within the Paarl educational context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive colleagues and a positive school culture in Paarl .
• Access to a well-stocked library and educational resources.
• Make a lasting impact on students' literacy and communication skills.