Life Orientation Teacher

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Life Orientation Teacher for a secondary school in Randburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on holistic student development, guiding personal growth, career planning, and social responsibility, with a hybrid teaching approach.

The successful candidate will inspire learners to make informed choices about their futures and contribute to student welfare through collaboration with counselors and support staff.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification with Life Orientation specialization.
• QTS or equivalent certification.
• Experience teaching Life Orientation at high school level.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and guidance principles.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Life Orientation lessons covering personal development, career exploration, and socio-emotional well-being.
• Facilitate discussions and activities that encourage critical thinking and self-reflection.
• Guide students in career planning, subject choices, and tertiary education/vocational training applications.
• Support students through personal challenges and promote positive mental health awareness.
• Collaborate with school counselors and other support staff to provide holistic student care.

Skills

Teaching qualification

QTS

Life Orientation experience

Adolescent development

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and engaging Life Orientation Teacher for a secondary school in Randburg. This critical subject focuses on the holistic development of students, covering areas such as personal growth, career guidance, and social responsibility. The successful candidate will inspire learners to make informed decisions about their lives and futures, providing essential life skills and support. Join a forward-thinking educational team in Gauteng that values student well-being and preparedness for life beyond school, utilizing a hybrid approach to teaching and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive Life Orientation lessons covering personal development, career exploration, and socio-emotional well-being.
• Facilitate discussions and activities that encourage critical thinking and self-reflection.
• Guide students in career planning, subject choices, and tertiary education/vocational training applications.
• Support students through personal challenges and promote positive mental health awareness.
• Collaborate with school counselors and other support staff to provide holistic student care.

Requirements

• A relevant teaching qualification with specialization in Life Orientation or a related humanities subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching Life Orientation at the high school level.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and guidance principles.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and classroom management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in student guidance and counseling.
• Supportive school environment with a focus on student welfare.
• Access to resources for career guidance and life skills development in Randburg.
• Hybrid work flexibility enhancing work-life integration.