Teacher: Grade 7-9

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative independent school in Cape Town is seeking a passionate teacher to inspire students in English, Science, and Maths. The ideal candidate will foster a personalized learning environment, guiding students through a self-directed educational philosophy. With a focus on one-on-one interactions and a commitment to student growth, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on young learners. Join a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing self-motivated, inquisitive students while upholding traditional values in a supportive atmosphere. If you are ready to bring excitement and leadership to the classroom, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to teach in a South African High School.
• Experience in teaching grades 7-9 English, Science, and/or Maths.

Responsibilities

• Teach English, Maths, and Science to grades 7-9.
• Manage students' schedules and progress effectively.

Skills

Teaching English

Teaching Science

Teaching Maths

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Time and stress management

Education

SACE registration

Teaching qualification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Cape Town Torah High is an Independent International High School, registered with the WCED, situated in Gardens, Cape Town. We require a dynamic teacher to join our team in July 2025 who is fully qualified to teach in a South African High School and is registered with SACE. We are looking for someone who has had experience teaching English, Science and/or Maths (not necessarily all three) to Grades 7-9 or higher.

Aim of the school

Our school is cutting edge in that we prescribe to a personalised, self-directed educational philosophy. We keep our classes small and personalise each student’s educational trajectory. We encourage our students to be self-motivated, self-starters who ask, explore and understand, and we believe that this approach to education ensures our students learn at their own pace, are positioned at their ability level, and in so doing ensure that they do not fall behind due to conceptual/knowledge gaps but rather achieve their own personal best across all subjects.

As one of a small team of teachers, the successful candidate will need to fulfil the role of teacher/mentor to students, teaching primarily through one-on-one interaction in their fi eld of expertise, as well as in other subject areas as needed to support the school’s timetable. Due to the nature of independent learning, the successful candidate needs to be competent in the administration and management of the students’ projected schedule and progress, keeping them accountable to an acceptable pace and level of achievement. Furthermore, we look for a teacher who brings excitement and a love of learning to the classroom, as well as leadership, with teaching that supports our philosophy.

Responsibilities

Middle School
Grade 7 – 9 Maths and Science courses are created by external course providers, while English courses are created in-house.

Teaching for these grades involves:

• Gaining mastery in all the English subject matter across grade levels 7-9 by watching the course videos, working through course materials and making connections between Middle School and High School English curriculum.
• Gaining mastery in all the Maths subject matter across grade levels 7-9 by watching the course videos, working through course materials and making connections between Middle School and High School Maths curriculum.
• Gaining mastery in all the Science subject matter across grade levels 7-9 by watching the course videos, working through course materials and making connections between Middle School and High School Science curriculum.
• Teaching subject coursework to single grade level groups or multi-grade level groups.
• Teaching subject coursework on a one-on-one basis at student-specificability levels.
• Managing students’ weekly deadlines to ensure they cover the coursework within the allotted time per term.
• Marking and recording all work timeously within 24 hours.
• Remediating and extending students as needed.
• Finding and creating resources for Maths and Science to assist students in their learning.
• Conducting weekly Science experiments with each student.

Additional responsibilities

• Teaching at least one other subject, such as PE, EMS or an elective.
• On campus during school hours: 08:00 to 16:00.
• Daily update of the markbook.
• Attend daily staff meetings.
• Attend termly parent-teacher meetings.
• Arrange outings for students relating to curricular requirements.
• Attend/lead at least one extramural activity per week.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience teaching English, Science and/or Maths (not necessarily all three).
• An acceptance and willingness to become better acquainted with the Jewish values and practices that characterise our school.
• Self-motivation, with a sound work ethic, initiative and high levels of energy.
• Inherent professionalism and the ability to work with the team of teachers.
• Time and stress management, imparting this to students.
• Strong organisational skills, being adaptable and able to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as being student and parent oriented.
• An ability to inspire, comfort and build self-esteem.
• An ability to listen and respond to management, staff , students and parents.
• Excellent computer skills, across a variety of devices and programmes including sound knowledge of Google Suite.

As CTTH is a school that adheres to traditional values, teachers are expected to act in accordance with the spirit of these ideals, this includes modest attire and sensitivity to the beliefs of the school and students.

Applications close Wednesday 14th of May.
In order to apply, please email your CV, cover letter, two recent references and copies of qualifications and SACE certificate to [e-mail] by no later than Wednesday, 14th of May.

CTTH is committed to the achievement of diversity and equity in employment. The School reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.