Senior Intermediate Phase

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Tarkastad; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural educational institution in Tarkastad is seeking a qualified Senior Intermediate Phase teacher focused on teaching Mathematics from grades five to seven. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Education and a commitment to Christian values. The role involves assisting diverse learners, effective classroom management, and collaboration with other teachers. Applicants should submit their CVs and references by 15 August 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent teaching over at least 2 years.
• Knowledge of CAPS.
• Experience in multi-grade education will be an advantage.
• Commitment to ongoing personal academic and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist learners in applying concepts through classroom instruction.
• Manage the classroom to create a safe learning atmosphere.
• Collaborate with teachers in different grades.
• Attend meetings, forums, and workshops as required.

Skills

Teaching skill

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Assessment strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education (B.ED) or PGCE

Job description

SENIOR INTERMEDIATE PHASE TEACHING POST VACANCY

Senior Intermediate Phase

The Winterberg School Trust is a deep rural school in the Eastern Cape offering education to learners from G rade RR to Grade 7. It is situated in a farming community 25 km outside of Tarkastad on the R344. The medium of instruction is English, with first additional language isiXhosa.

The Winterberg School Trust requires a qualified, experienced, and competent teacher to teach in the Senior/Intermediate Phase, with a focus on teaching Mathematics from grades five to seven.

Requirements

• Proven track record of excellent teaching over at least 2 years
• Knowledge of CAPS
• Experience in multi-grade education will be an advantage.
• Willingness to teach a multi-grade class if required.
• Desire to work with children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.ED) or Bachelor’s degree and postgraduate certificate in Education (PGCE) – Intermediate / Senior Phase
• Experience in teaching Social Sciences, Mathematics and Languages in the Intermediate / Senior Phase
• SACE registered (kindly provide registration number and certificate on application)
• Be in possession of a valid Police Clearance certificate
• Commitment to ongoing personal academic and professional development
• Mental toughness that embraces the challenge of finding solutions to learning barriers within a challenging context
• Resilience and a willingness to work beyond the average hours
• Be a person of integrity, with strong interpersonal skills
• Have good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate and confident working with technology within the classroom and for lesson preparation
• Personal commitment to Christian Education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school

Responsibilities

• Assist learners in applying concepts through classroom instruction and presentations, including students with barriers to learning
• Effective assessment strategies
• Manage the classroom to create a safe classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
• Positive and restorative approach to discipline
• Attend meetings, forums, and workshops as required
• To be responsible for all school equipment and stock under the control of the teacher and class
• Collaborate with teachers in different grades
• Coordinate suitable and innovative interventions and strategies to promote effective learning and teaching
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the Principal (This includes being available to attend parent meetings during the weekends)

The successful applicant must have:

• Strong personal values and actively supportive of the school’s Christian ethos.
• Be enthusiastic about working with young children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Be able to work and cooperate in a professional team environment
• Be self-motivated and disciplined
• Have a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP), or be willing to obtain a PDP
• Behave in a professional manner regarding punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework of learners
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine their teaching practice

A letter of application together with a CV, a copy of qualifications and the names and contact details of at
least 3 referees should be submitted to:

The application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the
minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applications automatically disqualifying themselves
from consideration. The Winterberg School Trust reserves the right not to proceed with filling this post.

Closing Date for Applications – 15 August 2025, 12:00