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High School Geography Teacher

MID554

Industry: Education

Location: Vereeniging

We are seeking a passionate and qualified High School Geography Teacher to join our faculty. We are dedicated to providing a quality education rooted in Christian values and are looking for someone who can inspire learners in the field of Geography.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Geography to Grades 10 -12, using engaging and hands-on methods.
• Teach Gr 8 & 9 Social Sciences and Gr 9 Life Orientation.
• Develop lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Integrate Christian values into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and participate in school events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree/ Diploma in Education (with a specialization in Geography or related field).
• SACE certification and at least 2 years of experience in a high school setting.
• Strong understanding of the CAPS curriculum for Geography.
• Commitment to the Christian ethos of the school.

Our Vision: To be the leading Christian school providing a holistic, values-based education that helps girls build character and equips them to thrive in life.

St Mary’s DSG, a progressive and forward-thinking private girls’ school, is situated in the beautiful suburb of Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal.

Date of Commencement: 1 January 2026

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic team player with initiative and educational vision to join our team.

Requirements for the above post:

• Suitable university degree/teaching qualification
• SACE Registration
• Experience in teaching the IEB curriculum from Grade 8 to Grade 12 and Further Studies Mathematics
• Experience in IEB marking will be a distinct advantage
• Experience in IT-integrated teaching and excellent administrative skills
• Working knowledge of the CAPS and SAGS documents
• The ability to fulfill a Tutor role and be involved in the extramural programme of the school

At the heart of our school lies a strong sense of community and the spirit of Ubuntu. We are dedicated to acknowledging each individual’s unique gifts and fostering a nurturing environment where social transformation, justice, and diversity are integral to our teaching and learning at St Mary’s, DSG.

Please complete the application form which can be found at St Mary’s DSG, Kloof or download here and email to . Only electronic applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date where your CV and relevant supporting documents will be requested. Should you not be contacted after the said date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The closing date for applications: 25 August 2025. St Mary’s is an equal opportunity employer. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the post will result in the applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. The successful candidate will be required to provide a police clearance certificate and be cleared on the Sexual Offenders Register. By submitting your CV and providing St Mary’s DSG, Kloof (“the School”) with your Personal Information, you consent to the School processing your Personal Information, which the School undertakes to process strictly in accordance with the Section 18 Informed Consent Document.

Looking for a teaching adventure that's as unique as you are? Explore Curro's world of quality education where every day is a chance to inspire greatness. Your journey awaits!

What are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with the following experience, qualifications and/or skillsets:

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching isiZulu FAL and History.
• Athletics, Rugby, Soccer, Netball and Cultural Participation.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 January 2025.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, and therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

If you have not had any feedback from the school within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, accept that you were not successful for this position. But don’t be dismayed, next time it might be you. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with. Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.

NB: Please remember and take note before applying that this is a Permanent position.

St Martin’s School, as an Anglican school, is a nurturing community where every child is known. Rooted in tradition yet forward-thinking, we inspire young people to discover their purpose, embrace diversity, and lead with integrity – so they may excel in learning and in life. Details of the school can be found at .

As part of our continued growth in the High School from January 2026, we are seeking an experienced and passionate English and History Teacher. This role includes teaching senior grades, with matric IEB experience preferred. Joining at this exciting stage of our development offers the opportunity to help shape and inspire our expanding student body.

• A recognised teaching qualification and SACE registration.
• At least five years’ experience teaching English and / or History, with experience in senior grades in either subject.
• Matric IEB teaching experience preferred.
• Proven ability to develop students’ analytical and critical thinking skills through literature and writing.
• Strong knowledge of historical content and the ability to connect past events to contemporary issues in meaningful ways.
• The ability to inspire a love for both reading and historical inquiry through engaging, interactive lessons.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to use various teaching strategies and educational technology effectively.
• A willingness to participate in extra-curricular activities and contribute to the wider life of the school.
• A preparedness to work collaboratively within a dynamic team.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of St Martin’s School.

Interested candidates should send a detailed CV, a letter of application outlining what they can offer the school, and the contact details of two contactable referees to:

Please note that St Martin’s School reserves the right not to make an appointment. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all appointments will be subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and relevant background checks. An application does not automatically entitle the applicant to an interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date

22/08/2025

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Position Purpose

Peach Springs Unified School District is seeking a highly qualified, mission-driven individual to become part of our incredible team. The ideal candidate will have diverse instructional experience in a blended learning environment, to include an AOI component, as well as brick and mortar. Previous experience with a native community and underserved population of students is preferred.

High School Social Studies Teacher

(In anticipation of FY2025-2026 )

Position Purpose

Peach Springs Unified School District is seeking a highly qualified, mission-driven individual to become part of our incredible team. The ideal candidate will have diverse instructional experience in a blended learning environment, to include an AOI component, as well as brick and mortar. Previous experience with a native community and underserved population of students is preferred.

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the instructor will develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution, develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems. In addition, the candidate will develop the students inter-relationship and interdependence, fostering an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
• Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious and political groups and mores, as well as socio-economic status, and the influence of various factors on human rights and freedom.
• Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, and an awareness of the complexity and interrelationship of local, state, national and world problems and approaches to their solution(s).
• Demonstrates the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis from which to evaluate the nature of current issues and predict courses of action for the future, with continuous cross reference to contemporary matters of importance.
• Develops students' research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments and contribute to the thoughtful exchange of ideas, through a variety of reading, writing, group discussion and presentation assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem-solving and drawing conclusions.
• Promotes students' critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse, and encourage students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information concerning the key issues of their world.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
  
  

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
  
  

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
  
  

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
  
  

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic, including history, geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, anthropology, and humanities.
• Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s) in the past.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
  
  

• Certification/License: Teaching Certificate
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
  
  

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.
  
  

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
• IVPP Fingerprint Clearance Card required from DPS Arizona:

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Primary and Secondary Education

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Ormonde, Gauteng, South Africa
Full Time
2025 Senior Phase Teaching (South Africa)
Experienced

Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar isiZulu Teacher to teach secondary school at our Ormonde Secondary School. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century and be apart of building a foundation in a new school.

About Nova Pioneer

Imagine a world in which every young person across Africa attends a school that truly sets them up for success in the 21st century. A school that cares about individual students and allows them to explore the world around them. A school that focuses more on developing skills than on memorizing content. At Nova Pioneer, we have done more than just imagine this future, we are bringing it to life. Nova Pioneer is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high quality, accessible education from pre-primary through secondary school. Nova Pioneer uses a unique, enquiry-based learning approach that encourages students to ask “why” instead of telling them the “what”. It allows them to form their own thinking through exploration, investigation and collaboration. Nova Pioneer currently has 14 schools in South Africa and Kenya with a vision to launch 100 schools and reach tens of thousands of students across the African continent in the next decade. To learn more visit .

About the Role

We are looking for an amazing isiZulu Teacher to teach FET Phase grades. Second language teachers lead instruction of their language across multiple grades and classrooms and are responsible for driving a rigorous, enquiry-based learning environment the Nova Pioneer way. Resident teachers are supported by Deans of Instruction who partner with them in their growth journey – observing lessons, providing feedback and coaching. Resident teachers support and mentor apprentice teachers. See below to learn more about the teaching model at Nova Pioneer.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Deliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons supported by technology to enhance instructional delivery
• Observe, coach and be a model teacher for Apprentices teachers
• Infuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence
• Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students and provide student feedback so they internalize it
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress. Use assessment data to adjust instructional content and delivery techniques accordingly
• Attend weekly feedback meetings with Deans and learning designers to enhance teaching practices
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organisation wide learning and reflection
• Communicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher conferences
• Contribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a term
• Participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfill supervision duties as assigned including some morning, evening and weekend events.

About You

Skills and Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Bachelor’s Degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
• SACE registered
• Must have professional experience teaching isiZulu or Majored in isiZulu in your Degree
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in the language of instruction (isiZulu)
• Experience and/or understanding of Cambridge curriculum objectives would be an advantage
• Ability to lead a classroom independently
• You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student
• You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach
• You have an understanding of and passion for enquiry based, student-centered learning
• You are a team playerand you enjoy group problem-solving
• You are adept at using technology for instruction

Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now!

To apply, please complete the form on the right hand side of this page. We cannot process applications that are emailed to us.

Please note: Where a copy of your resume is required, copying and pasting from a formatted document e.g. Microsoft Word may not result in the formatting transferring correctly to the final resume. You are encouraged to attach your resume in PDF format to protect formatting.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews.

About Teaching at Nova Pioneer

Nova Pioneer teachers don’t lecture, they lead discussions and facilitate projects that help students engage deeply and think critically about course material. There are two types of teachers at Nova Pioneer: Resident Teachers and Apprentice Teachers.

Resident Teachers are able to lead classrooms and, depending on the grade level they are teaching, have strong content knowledge. Resident Teachers are typically qualified teachers with classroom experience or have a strong ability to lead a classroom independently, lesson planning supports teachers to enable them to deliver rigorous enquiry-based learning and to engage deeply with students to help them on their individual learning journeys.

Working at Nova Pioneer

Nova Pioneer is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Nova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast! We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students. “Novaneers” work harder and work longer hours than most schools but as a result, the growth they experience is extraordinary. We offer consistent and ongoing personal development and provide clear career pathways that ensure that our people are always achieving their personal and professional best. Nova Pioneer has a highly energetic, entrepreneurial environment where our people get to bring their creative and innovative ideas to life. We look for people who are flexible and who are able to adapt and respond quickly to adversity with a positive, can-do attitude (there are no problems, only solutions!). We welcome challenges and roll with the punches because it makes us, and our students, better. There is no problem too big for us! We work hard but we also have a lot of fun together. We bring infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning. Read more about our culture principles here.

Nova Pioneer, in line with the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measurements will be in place to protect personal information but it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes. By submitting your application with Nova Pioneer, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

Nova Pioneer will never request an application fee from candidates. If you are contacted with a request to pay a fee from someone claiming to be a Nova Pioneer Talent or Recruitment representative, please do not pay them and report it to us immediately on or .

Closing Date

30/09/2025

Ormonde, Johannesburg South, South Africa