5 High School Educators jobs in Cape Town

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality Cambridge Lower Secondary Design & Technology lessons.
• Foster innovation, creativity, and problem-solving through practical and project-based learning.
• Safely manage and maintain technical equipment (e.g. hand tools, sewing machines etc.) in line with school safety protocols.
• Design effective assessments to monitor progress and promote academic excellence.
• Collaborate with colleagues, students, and parents to support the school’s mission and learning outcomes.
• Contribute actively to the wider school community and co-curricular programme.

Requirements:

• Recognised teaching qualification with active SACE registration.
• Proven experience teaching Design & Technology, ideally at the lower high school level (ages 12 –15).
• Passion for inspiring and supporting learners in this developmental stage.
• Familiarity with the Cambridge curriculum (advantageous).
• Competence in the safe use and maintenance of technical equipment (e.g., workshop tools, sewing machines, and related materials).
• Technologically proficient, with experience using Google Workspace and other digital tools.
• Demonstrated strong classroom practice with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and collaborative teaching practice.
• Keen interest in the integration and development of STEAM subjects across the curriculum.

Child Protection and Safe Recruitment

The International School of Cape Town is committed to safeguarding the welfare and rights of children and young people and expects the same commitment from all employees. To ensure safe recruitment, prospective staff are required to provide the documents listed in the Terms and Conditions of the application.

An appointment will only be finalised once all requirements have been met. ISCT reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not hear from us within 15 working days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Inclusion & Diversity: ISCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, diverse workplace. Employment Equity candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Overview

Reporting to: Head of Programmes

Main purpose of the job: Coordinate high school academic programme, with focus on English and non-STEM subject development and rollout, to deliver on organisational goal and vision

• Develop High School academic workplan & related calendar in collaboration with HSC – Maths Lead
• Undertake planning of academic support programme
• Research & map school-based academic ecosystem, including approach, average results, resources, policies and support
• Research & map external and online programmes which align to scholar requirements and SBF programme
• Develop broad-based targeted interventions according to the general needs of SBF scholars, including extra tutoring programme, online programmes and external opportunities, based on general results
• Incorporate above programmes into broader HS programme, including contracting with service providers, where appropriate
• Research and plan non-STEM academic support for Grade 7 preparatory programme
• Research and plan English assessment methodology and tools
• Provide input grade specific content & curriculum, based on workplans and SBF strategy
• Support & provide data-driven reflection and feedback to improve content, curriculum, workplans and strategies
• Develop, facilitate and mark English & any other non-Maths assessments for Grade 6 applicants
• Collaborate with Prep on content & sessions for High School Transition, taking responsibility for the content and delivery of the English academic support
• Facilitate workshops within the programme, presenting & delivering programme content
• Attend interview and provide input into selection process
• Facilitating the attendance of potential beneficiaries at place
• Implement grade 8 scholar orientation programme, supporting the scholars’ smooth transition into the new school environment
• Lead/implement academic interventions, monitoring and managing, as appropriate
• Responsible for all non-STEM academic interventions across all schools – providing oversight, monitoring & adjustments as required
• Build & maintain school relationship with key school-based partners (principals, head of academics, heads of sport, heads of hostel, SLOs, admissions officers and school secretaries)

Qualifications: Relevant post graduate qualification in Education or related field, preferably including specialisation in English

• Proved practical experience in designing and implementing academic interventions, including design & application of assessment methodology
• South African educational system and context and how to work within it
• Understanding of complexity of diversity and discrimination across all factors, including but not limited to class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture and religion
• Multi-lingual (Xhosa and Afrikaans) would be an advantage
• Case management, documentation and reporting skills
• Stakeholder/client/partner management

Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful

Vacancy: Nursery School Teacher – Table View

We are seeking a passionate, qualified, and experienced teacher to join our team at Little Learners Nursery School in Table View.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a nursery school environment
• A recognised diploma or degree in Early Childhood Development
• A warm, patient, and caring nature
• Creativity, passion, and adaptability
• High energy and a love for working with young children
• Local residency with reliable own transport

Salary: Negotiable, based on experience.

If you meet all of the above criteria, please email your CV to

Should you not hear from us within two weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R8 000,00 - R12 000,00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Table View, Western Cape 7441 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Excellent Piano and Violin Teacher Required For Music School In Bellville. Must preferably have BMus or 4 years of teaching experience. Stage performance experience is an advantage for this position. Very fun and high potential opportunity (part-time, commission-based). Email your info with CV to or contact Michelle on to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: R515,00 - R20 000,00 per month

Experience:

• piano and/or singing teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person