Senior Preparatory Teacher: Afrikaans and Mathematics

Reddam House Schools SA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Reddam House Durbanville offers a premium, dual-curriculum education (Cambridge International and IEB) for learners from 18 months to 19 years, with a focus on holistic development and personalised learning.

The school seeks an experienced Preparatory School teacher for Grades 5–7, specializing in Afrikaans and Mathematics. The role emphasizes engaging lessons, a nurturing environment, and professional growth within a prestigious private setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with students in a preparatory school.
• Confident with ICT in teaching.
• Experience in an international school.
• Cambridge curriculum experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and present interesting Senior Preparatory lessons (Grade 5–7 specializing in Afrikaans and Mathematics).
• Establish a nurturing learning environment and promote engaged learning.
• Be punctual and maintain professional standards of work and homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Pursue ongoing personal and school-wide professional development.
• Teach extra lessons two afternoons per week.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Respond to emails and phone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions as directed by the Head.
• Set and mark exams and write report comments.
• Undertake other reasonable tasks as required.

Skills

ICT in teaching

International school experience

Cambridge curriculum knowledge

Classroom excellence

Education

University degree

Certified Teaching Status

Right to work

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Durbanville offers a co-educational, non-denominational, premier, private school environment recognizing, nurturing and developing the individuality of each student placed in our care and encouraging students to maximize their potential. Our school offers a dual curriculum, offering both Cambridge Assessment International and IEB education. Reddam House Durbanville offers a holistic, innovative educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence.

We offer a premium education from 18 months to 19 years old, in the A Level post matric programme. Ideally located in Durbanville, Reddam House Durbanville seamlessly blends Boarding and Day schooling and takes pride in a bespoke learning approach, safeguarding and dedicated pastoral care.

We provide premium education from 1 – 2 years old to A Levels as a post-matric option, to families living in the leafy suburbs of Durbanville, Vredekloof, Welgedacht, Plattekloof, Blouberg, Tableview, West Beach, Melkbos, Kanonberg & Welgemoed.

ROLE SUMMARY:

• To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them.
• To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan prepare and present interesting and exciting Senior Preparatory lessons (Grade 5 – 7 specializing in Afrikaans and Mathematics).
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.
• Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Skills And Previous Experience

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with students in a preparatory school
• Confidence with use of ICT in teaching
• Previous experience in an international school
• Previous experience with the Cambridge curriculum would be an advantage

Qualifications And Accreditations

• University degree
• Certified Teaching Status
• Appropriate right to work

Personal Competencies and Attributes

• An unwavering commitment to the development of students
• A demonstrable passion for the profession
• Excellent organizational skills
• A positive attitude to change
• An excellent classroom practitioner
• A continuous improvement mindset

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.