Senior Life Sciences Educator | Hybrid Teaching & Labs

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension fund contributions

Medical aid schemes

Well-equipped science laboratories

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Natural Sciences Educator specializing in Life Sciences for a Bloemfontein school. The role combines classroom teaching with practical laboratory work, aligned to the CAPS curriculum, Grades 8-12.

You will design lessons, supervise experiments, assess learners, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the Life Sciences program. The ideal candidate has a Life Sciences qualification, a teaching certificate, SACE registration, and at least five years' secondary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science (Biology/Life Sciences) or Education with Life Sciences specialization.
• Valid teaching qualification and SACE registration.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching Life Sciences at secondary school level.
• In-depth knowledge of the CAPS curriculum for Natural Sciences, focus on Life Sciences.
• Proven ability to conduct practical science experiments safely and effectively.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom management and ability to engage diverse learners.
• Familiarity with educational technology and science simulation software is an advantage.
• Experience in the Bloemfontein, Free State area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Life Sciences lessons for Grades 8–12 per CAPS.
• Conduct practical experiments and lab sessions, ensuring safety and learning.
• Explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Assess student understanding via tests, projects and assignments.
• Provide feedback to students and parents on progress.
• Stay current with Life Sciences advancements and integrate into curriculum.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to enhance curriculum and resources.
• Organize and supervise science club activities and programs.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Promote a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Life Sciences teaching

SACE registration

Curriculum CAPS

Laboratory safety

Communication skills

Classroom management

Educational technology

Passion for Life Sciences

Engaging diverse learners

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Life Sciences or Education

Teaching qualification

SACE registration

Tools

Science lab equipment

Science simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Natural Sciences Educator specializing in Life Sciences for a Bloemfontein school. The role combines classroom teaching with practical laboratory work, aligned to the CAPS curriculum, Grades 8-12.

You will design lessons, supervise experiments, assess learners, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the Life Sciences program. The ideal candidate has a Life Sciences qualification, a teaching certificate, SACE registration, and at least five years' secondary