Lead Chemistry Teacher

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous annual leave

Laboratory resources

Professional development

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an experienced Lead Chemistry Teacher to head the chemistry department, develop curricula, and drive instructional excellence on-site. You will teach across Grades 8–12, mentor teachers, and uphold high standards of scientific education, positioning the school at the forefront of science education in the region.

The role requires a visionary educator with a passion for chemistry and leadership experience to inspire academic excellence and student

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science field.
• PGCE qualification and valid SACE registration.
• Minimum of 7 years teaching experience with demonstrable leadership.
• Extensive knowledge of the South African CAPS Chemistry curriculum.
• Proven experience leading a department or teaching team.
• Strong laboratory practical skills and commitment to safety protocols.
• Excellent classroom management and student engagement techniques.
• Proficiency with educational technology for teaching and assessment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Passion for chemistry and fostering scientific literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the chemistry department, overseeing curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Deliver engaging and challenging chemistry lessons to learners from Grade 8 to Grade 12, adhering to the CAPS curriculum.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning needs.
• Conduct practical laboratory sessions, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assess student performance through regular testing, assignments, and practical evaluations.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to foster their understanding and improvement.
• Mentor and support junior chemistry teachers, facilitating their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with other science department heads to promote interdisciplinary learning.
• Organize and supervise science clubs, competitions, and external educational excursions.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Department leadership

Lab safety

Student engagement

Educational technology

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

PGCE

SACE registration

CAPS curriculum knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded secondary school situated in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Chemistry Teacher. This is an on-site position where you will play a pivotal role in leading the chemistry department, curriculum development, and instructional excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching chemistry across various high school grades, mentoring fellow teachers, and ensuring the highest standards of scientific education are maintained. This role requires a visionary educator who can inspire a love for chemistry and prepare students for future academic and career pursuits. You will be at the forefront of science education in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the chemistry department, overseeing curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Deliver engaging and challenging chemistry lessons to learners from Grade 8 to Grade 12, adhering to the CAPS curriculum.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning needs.
• Conduct practical laboratory sessions, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assess student performance through regular testing, assignments, and practical evaluations.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to foster their understanding and improvement.
• Mentor and support junior chemistry teachers, facilitating their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with other science department heads to promote interdisciplinary learning.
• Organize and supervise science clubs, competitions, and external educational excursions.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives and administrative tasks as required.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science field.
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) and valid SACE registration.
• A minimum of 7 years of teaching experience, with demonstrable leadership capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of the South African CAPS curriculum for chemistry.
• Proven experience in leading a department or a significant teaching team.
• Strong laboratory practical skills and a commitment to safety protocols.
• Excellent classroom management and student engagement techniques.
• Proficiency in utilizing educational technology for teaching and assessment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A passion for chemistry and a dedication to fostering scientific literacy.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary package, reflecting the seniority and responsibilities of the Lead Chemistry Teacher role, with opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid.
• A pension fund.
• Generous annual leave.
• Access to well-equipped laboratories and modern teaching resources is guaranteed.
• The school provides ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure educators remain at the cutting edge of their field.
• As the Lead Teacher in Rustenburg , you will enjoy a leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking academic community, with ample scope for career advancement.