Senior Geography Teacher

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Pension fund

Modern teaching resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Senior Geography Teacher for a Pretoria school. You will deliver geography education to secondary students, develop engaging materials, and promote critical thinking about global issues and sustainability.

The role requires a relevant Bachelor's in Geography with a PGCE and at least four years of secondary teaching experience. Strong GIS skills and familiarity with the South African curriculum are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography with PGCE or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of Geography teaching experience at secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of the South African curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Proficiency with GIS and educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography to secondary school students, covering physical and human geography topics.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and learning activities.
• Utilize fieldwork, map work, and digital resources.
• Assess student performance through examinations, projects, and assignments.
• Contribute to departmental meetings and school-wide initiatives related to geography and environmental studies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography

PGCE or equivalent

Tools

GIS

Job description

Our client is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Geography Teacher to join a reputable school in Pretoria . This position involves delivering inspiring geography education to students, developing engaging learning materials, and fostering critical thinking about global issues and environmental sustainability. The successful candidate will contribute to the social sciences faculty, working collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the educational experience within the Gauteng province. This role is ideal for an educator passionate about geography and committed to student development in a well-established academic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Geography effectively to secondary school students, covering physical and human geography topics.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and learning activities that promote geographical understanding and critical thinking.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods, including fieldwork, map work, and digital resources.
• Assess student performance through examinations, projects, and assignments, providing constructive feedback.
• Contribute to departmental meetings and school-wide initiatives related to geography and environmental studies.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's degree in Geography or a related field, with a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or equivalent.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience teaching Geography at the secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of the South African curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Proficiency in using geographical information systems (GIS) and other relevant educational technologies.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A supportive and collaborative teaching environment in Pretoria .
• Access to modern teaching resources and facilities.
• Contribution to a recognized pension fund.