Physical Sciences and Mathematics Teacher (FET Phase)

Curro Holdings Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Curro Rivonia in Rivonia, part of Curro Holdings Ltd, is seeking a Physical Sciences and Mathematics Teacher (FET Phase) for January 2027 start. The role involves delivering the Curro curriculum, coordinating subjects and supporting learners with varied needs.

The ideal candidate holds a BEd and/or PGCE for the FET phase, has at least 3 years of FET teaching experience, knowledge of the IEB curriculum, and strong communication and planning skills.

Qualifications

• BEd or PGCE for FET phase required, honours considered an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an FET phase teacher.
• Knowledge of the IEB curriculum and assessment practices.
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons for Physical Sciences and Mathematics FET phase.
• Coordinate term plans, assessments and differentiated learning materials.
• Set up assessments, monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Manage classroom, engage learners and communicate with parents.
• Support extra-curricular activities and tutoring as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Planning

Facilitation

Report-writing

Problem-solving

Education

BEd degree

PGCE in FET phase education

Honours in education (advantageous)

Job description

Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro seeks to appoint Physical Sciences and Mathematics Teacher (FET Phase) (full-time) at Curro Rivonia in Rivonia to commence duties in January 2027

Vacancy Reference: 33638

Curro is seeking to appoint a high school FET phase teacher at Curro Rivonia in Rivonia. The role involves teaching and coordinating a range of subjects as per the Curro curriculum for the FET phase. The teacher is responsible for the active teaching, knowledge transfer, skills development and growth of positive attitudes among learners through integrated and focused teaching approaches.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Perform teaching duties, including planning lessons using modern-day tools and processes, setting up workbooks and measuring academic improvement and achievement
• Set up, implement, monitor and adjust the term plan as necessary, considering exams, assessments and school activities as well as the need for differentiated learning materials to accommodate barriers to learning
• Create baseline assessments to assess knowledge levels and based on the assessment outcomes, make recommendations for subject choices/combinations, teaching methods and remedial work/catch-up programmes
• Plan and manage the classroom, including the assessment roster, classroom design and set-up for optimal performance, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents
• Set up and manage assessments (formal and continuous) and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision
• Plan and manage extramural activities and outings
• Provide one-on-one tutoring support and extra lessons

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd degree and/or PGCE in FET phase education, with an honours degree in education (in the relevant subject/s) advantageous
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an FET phase teacher
• Knowledge of the IEB curriculum
• Proven facilitation, problem-solving and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills
• Willing and able to work extended hours and weekends