36 Elementary School jobs in South Africa

Job Description: Elementary School Teaching Partner (Kindergarten)

CAMPUS: Johannesburg Campus | SUPERVISOR: Elementary Principal | START DATE: January 2026 |

POSTING DATE: 08 October 2025 | CLOSING DATE: 24 October 2025

Inspire Learning to Build Our Better World. At the American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ), we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers global citizens to fulfill their future purpose. Our vision is to inspire learning to build a better world. We seek a dedicated and passionate professional who aligns with our commitment to excellence and believes in the transformative power of education. Every team member is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment. At AISJ, we value every employee as a learner and expect them to embody and support the AISJ Portrait of Learner (Resilience , Mindful , Thinker , Globally Connected , Curious , Contributor ) through their work. We are dedicated to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community.

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Teaching Partner works alongside the Homeroom Teacher to support and enhance learning. They establish an effective rapport with learners and other educators. The Teaching Partner works closely with the Homeroom Teacher in most aspects of teaching and learning that takes place inside and outside the classroom. They uphold AISJ's community and learning principles, and collaborate regularly with other members of the team to create and maintain an inclusive learning environment. The Teaching Partner should be familiar with and model AISJ's vision and purpose.

As a Teaching Partner at AISJ you will have an opportunity to work with learners from around the world. You will work with research-based practices in education, and data to plan for instruction and assessment in order to meet the needs of each child.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children
• Excellent level of spoken and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience operating in collaborative learning environments
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Education degree/diploma or working towards
• Teacher certification or working towards
• Experience working in schools and educational environments
• Experience with technology software

General Teaching Responsibilities

• Assists in creating a learning environment where learners can develop their full potential and experience growth
• Assists with the general preparation and organization of learning material and experiences
• Assists the Homeroom and Specialist Teachers in instruction and differentiated learning
• Establishes effective communication and relationships with families and learners
• Identifies and works with learners to support their needs on an individual and/or small group basis
• Supervises learners in and out of the classroom during the school day
• Participates in curriculum and educator development opportunities as required
• Maintains a high level of professional competence through in-service education and professional growth activities
• Helps prepare classroom publications and educator materials under the guidance of the Homeroom and Specialist Teachers
• Supervises and attends to assigned duties
• Assumes the role of Teacher in the Teacher's absence
• Other tasks as determined by the Principal

Teacher Competencies

Planning for Learning

• Curriculum Design: Creates personalized, challenging learning sequences that build on prior knowledge while ensuring knowledge transfer and regular reflection opportunities.
• Collaborative Planning: Partners across disciplines and specialties to create cohesive learning experiences
• that connect global contexts while anticipating student needs.
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Designs flexible conceptual units that honor student choice, pace, and multiple pathways to demonstrate understanding.

Maximizing Teacher Efficacy

• Student Agency & Critical Thinking Creates self-directed learners who think critically, set goals, and drive their own learning journey.
• Research-Based Instructional Excellence Implements proven teaching strategies that adapt to individual student needs through continuous assessment and adjustment.
• Connected Learning Design Weaves together global perspectives, real-world applications, and cross-disciplinary connections to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Collaborative Leadership Builds a learning community where students develop leadership skills through structured collaboration and personalized engagement.

Reflecting as Practitioners

• Student Agency: Builds student capacity for self-assessment through modeling, tools, and targeted feedback that drives individual growth.
• Data-Informed Practice: Analyzes student achievement data to align curriculum, refine teaching strategies, and measure instructional effectiveness.
• Professional Growth: Engages in collaborative reflection and data analysis with colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices and student outcomes.

Promoting Relationships, Community, & Culture

• Builds strong community-school partnerships and actively participates in community initiatives to enrich the learning environment.
• Adapts teaching practices by staying informed of educational and societal changes while understanding each learner's unique cultural background, learning style, and needs.
• Creates an inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity, challenges stereotypes, and connects
• learning to students' real-world experiences and cultural contexts.
• Fosters a growth mindset by encouraging calculated risk-taking and developing students' autonomy, personal responsibility, and ownership of learning.

All community members are expected to be committed to the AISJ Community Principles.

• We are better when we act together.
• Our differences make us stronger.
• Every voice counts.
• Every voice matters.
• Every team needs individuals.
• Every individual needs a team.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday one hundred and eighty-eight) days per school year

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please complete the electronic formplease click here. Information captured will be securely stored and used for a reference check on the candidate's compatibility. AISJ reserves the right to appoint the strongest candidate before the closing date if required.

SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION

AISJ maintains robustchild protection policies to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment for our students. All employees must undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training, and sign a safeguarding agreement.

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Working hours: Monday – Friday: 09h00 – 12h00

A family is looking for a QUALIFIED INTERMEDIATE PHASE HOME SCHOOL TEACHER for their daughter aged 10 years old in Grade 4

Area: Victory Park

Ages: daughter aged 10 years old in Grade 4

Neurodivergence Snapshot: ADHD (medicated) and slightly on the spectrum. Mainly sensory issues - she is very sensitive to clothing, is a picky eater, enjoys picking her skin, nails and hair as a sensory input. She is very clever - but she rushes through her work, and if not that interested in a topic struggles to focus.

Support Style: currently in group OT once a week (social skills); physio once a week to strengthen core and gross motor skills and therapy with a psychologist once a month. Strengths: reading, vocab, extremely creative and artistic (very talented), excellent general knowledge. Interests: art, her dog, basketball, music, roblox, slime. Weakness: math, handwriting (due to rushing), can be impulsive. She likes having fidgets to help her focus and keep her hands busy - regulate I suppose. She finds benefits in brain breaks. Calmness and a sense of humour are most beneficial to keeping her in good spirits and engaged.

Working hours: Monday – Friday: 09h00 – 12h00

Duties: Home School Tutor required to engage and teach in Grade 4 curriculum, ensure concepts are grasped, work is submitted and work is understood. Candidate will be required to make learning fun and engaging by using different creative tools and not just sitting at a desk (although necessary)

Requirements: kind, patient and nurturing yet firm. Female aged 30 – 45 years old, qualified Intermediate Teacher, experience with Cambridge curriculum

Curriculum: Cambridge syllabus

Start date: January 2026 start – permanent contract

Salary: R R16 000 per month (gross, before deductions)

All Au Pair Extraordinaire applicants must fill the following requirements:

*** Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal child caring experience, excluding work done for friends and family. This experience must be within the last 2 years.

***Must have their own, reliable car and at least 18 months driving experience.

***Must have at least 2 contactable childcare references.

***Must have a clear criminal record

***Must have a passion for children

***Must have Matric

***Must have a South African ID document.

FRAUDULENT CV'S ARE PUNISHABLE BY LAW. ALL REFERENCES ARE CHECKED AND FAKE REFERENCES WILL BE UNCOVERED

For more information please contact:

Heather Dressels

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, qualified, and faith-driven High School Teacher to join our Christian learning community. The ideal candidate will teach one or more subjects aligned to the CAPS curriculum while nurturing learners in a Christ-centred environment that promotes academic excellence, character development, and spiritual growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons based on the CAPS curriculum for Grades 8–12.
• Develop lesson plans, learning materials, and assessments in accordance with the subject's annual teaching plan (ATP).
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Integrate Biblical principles and Christian values into teaching where appropriate.

Assessment & Record Keeping

• Conduct continuous and formal assessments, including SBA (School-Based Assessment) tasks, tests, and examinations as per CAPS requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of learner attendance, marks, and progress.
• Provide timely feedback to learners and parents, and compile term reports.

Christian Ethos & Spiritual Guidance

• Serve as a Christian role model in speech, conduct, and lifestyle.
• Participate in devotions, prayer, and spiritual mentorship activities.
• Support the school's Christian mission by guiding students in Christian character development and Biblical worldview.

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, subject heads, and school management.
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and school events.
• Maintain professional ethics and uphold the values of the Christian school community.

Subjects May Include:

Depending on the vacancy, teachers may specialize in:

• English Home Language
• Afrikaans First Additional Language
• Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy
• Life Sciences / Physical Sciences
• Geography
• Life Orientation
• Business Studies
• Tourism

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in relevant phase/subject OR a relevant degree plus PGCE.
• Registered or eligible to register with SACE.
• Valid Police Clearance
• Demonstrated experience teaching the CAPS curriculum (Grades 8–12).
• A strong personal relationship with Christ and a commitment to Christian education.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for youth mentorship and holistic education.
• Experience in Christian schooling or ministry.
• Willingness to lead or participate in extracurricular or outreach programs.
• Tech-savvy and open to using educational technology in the classroom.

Commitment to Faith As a Christian educator, you are expected to reflect Christ-like values in all areas of school life and contribute to the spiritual development of learners and the broader school community.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelors (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Working hours: Monday – Friday: 08h00 – 12h00

A family is looking for a QUALIFIED SENIOR PHASE TEACHER for their daughter in Grade

Area: Dainfern

Ages: daughter in Grade

Working hours: Monday – Friday: 08h00 – 12h00

Duties: Tutoring the Grade 10 IEB based curriculum in Maths Literacy, Afrikaans, English, Biology, History and Business Studies. Candidate will be required to teach and tutor in all subjects, ensure concepts are grasped, content is understood and submitted as needed, guide and assist with project, exam and study prep.

Requirements: Qualified Senior Phase Teacher, experience in Grade 10 curriculums, experience with dyslexia would be beneficial

Start date: January 2026 start – permanent contract

Salary: R R17 000 per month (gross, before deductions)

All Au Pair Extraordinaire applicants must fill the following requirements:

*** Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal child caring experience, excluding work done for friends and family. This experience must be within the last 2 years.

***Must have their own, reliable car and at least 18 months driving experience.

***Must have at least 2 contactable childcare references.

***Must have a clear criminal record

***Must have a passion for children

***Must have Matric

***Must have a South African ID document.

FRAUDULENT CV'S ARE PUNISHABLE BY LAW. ALL REFERENCES ARE CHECKED AND FAKE REFERENCES WILL BE UNCOVERED

For more information please contact:

Heather Dressels

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and spiritually grounded Primary School Teacher to join our Christian school that uses the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) program. The successful candidate will nurture learners' academic, spiritual, and social development while facilitating a self-paced, mastery-based learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate ACE Curriculum: Guide students through PACE workbooks, ensuring they understand and master each concept before progressing.
• Monitor Learning Centers: Supervise individual student workstations in the Learning Center, maintaining order, discipline, and a focused learning atmosphere.
• Score and Supervise: Ensure learners follow ACE procedures for scoring, correcting, and goal setting. Oversee academic progress through scoring stations.
• Academic Support: Provide individual assistance where needed, especially in foundational subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Spiritual Mentorship: Model and teach Biblical values, incorporating daily devotions, scripture memory, and Christian character training.
• Assessment & Record-Keeping: Track and record student progress using ACE tracking systems (e.g., goal charts, progress reports, Supervisor's Progress Card).
• Parent Communication: Regularly update parents on academic progress, behavior, and spiritual growth through meetings and written reports.

Qualifications & Skills

• A relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed. degree).
• Permanent SACE number.
• Police clearance .
• Familiarity with or willingness to train in the ACE system.
• Strong Christian faith and alignment with the school's statement of faith.
• Passion for working with children and guiding them in both academics and character.
• Ability to work independently and manage a self-paced classroom.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Faith & Mission Commitment

As an ACE educator, your role goes beyond academics. You are a spiritual leader, committed to discipling young learners in accordance with Biblical principles, while supporting the mission of Christian education.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelors (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Wembley College is a leading, English Medium, co-educational, independent school situated on a beautiful campus amongst the rolling hills of Greytown in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. An hour from Pietermaritzburg and an hour from Ballito makes for an ideal 'country school' within easy striking distance of a Central Business District and the warm KwaZulu Natal coast. Founded in 1997, the school enters candidates for the Cambridge Examinations that are set externally and recognised worldwide.

The following opportunity is available: HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ART TEACHER FOR 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and inspiring Art and Design lessons.
• Foster a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Teach across various media and techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital art.
• Encourage students to experiment, take creative risks, and develop critical thinking skills.
• Prepare students for assessments, exhibitions, and competitions.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievements.
• Contribute to whole-school arts initiatives and extra-curricular activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, BEd) and SACE registration (or eligibility).
• Degree in Art, Design, or a related field.
• Able to teach either Afrikaans or English.
• Proven experience teaching Art and Design at (primary/secondary) level.
• Strong knowledge of art history, design principles, and contemporary art practices.
• Ability to use and teach both traditional and digital media.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• Passion for inspiring creativity and artistic expression.

Wembley College is a leading, English Medium, co-educational, independent school situated on a beautiful campus amongst the rolling hills of Greytown in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. An hour from Pietermaritzburg and an hour from Ballito makes for an ideal ‘country school’ within easy striking distance of a Central Business District and the warm KwaZulu Natal coast. Founded in 1997, the school enters candidates for the Cambridge Examinations  that are set externally and recognised worldwide.

The following opportunity is available: HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ART TEACHER FOR 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and inspiring Art and Design lessons.


• Foster a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.


• Teach across various media and techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital art.


• Encourage students to experiment, take creative risks, and develop critical thinking skills.


• Prepare students for assessments, exhibitions, and competitions.


• Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievements.


• Contribute to whole-school arts initiatives and extra-curricular activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, BEd) and SACE registration (or eligibility).


• Degree in Art, Design, or a related field.


• Able to teach either Afrikaans or English.


• Proven experience teaching Art and Design at (primary/secondary) level.


• Strong knowledge of art history, design principles, and contemporary art practices.


• Ability to use and teach both traditional and digital media.


• Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.


• Passion for inspiring creativity and artistic expression.

HIGH SCHOOL GERMAN TEACHER

(commencing duties Term

The successful candidate for the above position will be expected to:

• Have experience teaching German Foreign Additional Language to senior high school students
• Preferably possess an understanding and working knowledge of the 
  CAMBRIDGE CURRICULUM
   at IGCSE & AS Level
• Be a holistic teacher who can also focus on achieving good results.
• Be a dynamic and motivated educator who has a strong personal philosophy of education.
• Enhance the students' competence/performance/achievement in, and enthusiasm for learning.
• Maintain high standards of classroom practice and work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Be available and willing to support functions/activities when required.
• Have competent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of computer skills.
• Be willing and able to participate/coach/offer an extra-curricular sport or club.
• Commitment to the ethos and values of the school.

Applicants must have:

• An appropriate academic and professional qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Current SACE registration.

Please email a letter of application, your curriculum vitae and the names of

3 contactable referees to the Head of School : and

Closing date:
1 October 2025

Only suitably qualified and experienced applicants will be considered.

An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.

Hout Bay International School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum

World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programme.

It is part of the International Education Systems (IES) Group of Schools found in the

United Kingdom, the United States of America, Spain, Italy, Hungary,Panama and South Africa.

Applications are invited for the following full-time post:

HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA TEACHER

(for appointment January 2026)

The person most likely to be hired will:

• Have experience teaching Dramatic Arts/Theatre in a High School(experience teaching the International Baccalaureate preferred but not essential)

• Possess an appropriate Bachelor's Degree and PGCE

• Be SACE registered

• Be a good team player and work well with other staff members

• Be prepared to contribute to the school's co-curricular after school programme

• Be computer literate

• Have excellent inter-personal skills

Please email a letter of application, your CV, together with the names of

3 contactable referees to the Head of School ) by no later than Friday 24 October 2025

Only suitably qualified and experienced applicants will be considered.

An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.