Senior Phase English Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossroads School is seeking a qualified and passionate Senior Phase English Teacher to join their team starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will excel in delivering inclusive, engaging lessons and be committed to supporting diverse learners, with a focus on curriculum alignment and innovative teaching methodologies.

Qualifications

• Must be SACE registered, with police clearance and child protection checks.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of CAPS curriculum expected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons for Grades 7-9.
• Support learners' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Engage in co-curricular and extra-mural activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Technology integration

Communication

Differentiation

Education

SACE registration

5 years teaching experience

Job description

Crossroads School invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the post of

SENIOR PHASE ENGLISH TEACHER

Grade 7-9

Permanent

Available from January 2026

Crossroads School, founded in 1966, is a remedial, co-educational, English-medium preparatory school situated in Victory Park, Johannesburg. We will be moving into our new purpose-built Middle School accommodation in January.

We are looking forward to inviting applications from qualified, passionate and dynamic Senior Phase English Teachers. The successful candidate will be committed to inclusive education and demonstrate the ability to deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons that meet the needs of diverse learners and to ignite their curiosity and love for language and learning.

The successful candidate must:

• Be SACE registered, have a police clearance, sexual offenders register clearance, and child protection register check.
• Possess a minimum of five years teaching experience.
• Have suitable experience in the use of technology as an enhancement to teaching and learning.
• Have a thorough knowledge of the CAPS curriculum and Senior Phase expectations.
• Engage proactively in the co-curricular and extra-mural life of the school.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes learner success.
• Be a child-centred educationalist with strong interpersonal skills, able to work successfully as part of a multidisciplinary team and develop parent partnerships.
• Provide personalised support and guidance to learners, nurturing their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Utilise innovative teaching methodologies and differentiation to enhance the learning experience and meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management strategies.
• Be proactive in keeping up to date with the trends in remedial education and adolescent development.

The following will be advantageous:

• A background in remedial school settings or working with learners with barriers to learning would be highly advantageous.
• A second specialism or subject interest.

Closing date for Applications: 16th August 2025

Applications should be submitted, together with a detailed CV, a recent photograph and the names of two contactable referees, to

Please note that the submission of your application to Crossroads School will be used solely for the purposes of recruitment of the above-mentioned vacancy and all internal processes associated with this application. This data could be used for statutory reporting and the submission of your application confirms your consent to this. Crossroads School hereby confirms that we will ensure your data is protected as per the POPI Act.

The School reserves the right not to make an appointment and an application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Only suitably qualified and experienced applicants will be considered. There will be no obligation upon the School to notify unsuccessful candidates.

Closing Date

16/08/2025

Victory Park, Johannesburg, South Africa