College Natural and Physical Sciences Teacher

About the role

Reddford House Blue Hills, a premium private school in Blue Hills, Kyalami, Midrand, is looking for a College Natural and Physical Sciences Teacher. The school follows the IEB curriculum and offers a balanced, holistic learning experience with academic, performing and creative arts and sports. The teacher adopts a holistic view of students, promotes their progress and well-being, and creates a positive learning and sports environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and present interesting and engaging lessons.
• Establish a nurturing teaching environment that promotes engaged learning.
• Behave professionally regarding punctuality, behaviour, work standards and students' homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice, and take part in personal and school-wide professional development.
• Produce high-quality resources for students.
• Respond to parent e-mails and telephone messages within 24 hours.
• Set and mark exams and other forms of student evaluation, and write report comments.
• Attend special occasions at the discretion of the Head, show loyalty to the school, and carry out other reasonable tasks assigned by the School Head or line manager.

Required profile

• Minimum of 3 years' experience within the phase of school.
• Previous experience with IEB programmes and in a high-performing international school.
• University degree in an appropriate subject and certified teaching status.
• SACE certificate and appropriate right to work.
• Commitment to student development, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, organisational skills, a positive attitude to change and a continuous improvement mindset.