Life Orientation Educator (Hybrid) — Career & Wellbeing

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid contributions

Pension fund

Professional development

Modern facilities

Job summary

Placements24 presents an opportunity with a vibrant secondary school in Mahikeng for a Life Orientation Educator guiding Grades 8–12 through CAPS-aligned lessons and holistic development.

The role blends on-site teaching with remote responsibilities in a hybrid model, focused on student well-being, career guidance, and inclusive learning. It offers professional development, a collaborative team, and opportunities to influence learners' futures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education with Life Orientation specialization.
• SACE registration and a valid teaching qualification.
• Strong CAPS Life Orientation knowledge.
• 3+ years of high school Life Orientation teaching experience.
• Understanding of adolescent psychology and development.
• Ability to integrate digital resources for hybrid learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Life Orientation lessons aligned with CAPS for Grades 8–12.
• Cover personal development, career guidance, health education, and more.
• Facilitate discussions to build critical thinking and decision making.
• Assess learners through projects and tests.
• Guide subject choices and career paths.
• Create an inclusive, safe classroom environment.
• Collaborate with counsellors and support staff.
• Participate in meetings and school events.
• Stay updated on best practices in Life Orientation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adolescent psychology

Digital learning tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education (Life Orientation)

SACE registration

Teaching qualification

CAPS Life Orientation knowledge

Job description

Placements24 presents an opportunity with a vibrant secondary school in Mahikeng for a Life Orientation Educator guiding Grades 8–12 through CAPS-aligned lessons and holistic development.

The role blends on-site teaching with remote responsibilities in a hybrid model, focused on student well-being, career guidance, and inclusive learning. It offers professional development, a collaborative team, and opportunities to influence learners' futures.