Subject Teacher - Physical Sciences

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-equipped laboratories

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a dedicated Subject Teacher of Physical Sciences at a KwaZulu-Natal secondary school in Richards Bay. You will deliver high-quality lessons in physics and chemistry, using engaging methods and practical activities to help students understand core concepts.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with a Physics or Chemistry major and a PGCE or equivalent, with proven high school teaching experience and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Physics or Chemistry and PGCE or equivalent.
• Proven experience teaching Physical Sciences at the high school level.
• Strong subject matter expertise and ability to inspire learners.
• Excellent classroom management and use of educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons in Physical Sciences to secondary school students.
• Develop and implement assessments to monitor learning and provide feedback.
• Maintain a positive, disciplined classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Utilize diverse teaching methodologies and resources to cater to different learners.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum development, and school activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Educational technology

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics or Chemistry

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Subject Teacher for Physical Sciences to join their secondary school faculty in Richards Bay . This role requires an educator passionate about inspiring students to understand the principles of physics and chemistry through engaging and practical teaching methods. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, managing classroom dynamics effectively, and assessing student comprehension to ensure academic progress. This position offers a chance to contribute to a supportive educational community in KwaZulu-Natal , empowering the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers through effective science education.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons in Physical Sciences to secondary school students.
• Develop and implement appropriate assessment tools to monitor student learning and provide feedback.
• Maintain a positive and disciplined classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies and resources to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum development, and school-wide activities.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's degree with a major in Physics or Chemistry, along with a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching Physical Sciences at the high school level.
• Strong subject matter expertise and a passion for making science accessible and exciting for students.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate learners.
• Proficiency in using educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.
• A supportive school environment with a focus on staff well-being.
• Access to well-equipped science laboratories.
• Participation in school events and extracurricular activities.