GP - Intermediate Phase Teacher

Our primary intention is to educate and empower girls, raising them in ways that are responsive to the challenges unique to women. We aim to be the leaders in girls’ education, with the focus on nurturing individual skills and dispositions, equipping girls to engage confidently and with a sense of purpose. Our girls work within a values-based framework in order to make decisions with good intent. The South African context is diverse and dynamic. We raise girls to embrace their heritage and collaborate locally to make a significant contribution nationally and internationally.

The requirements for this position are:

A suitable professional qualification with appropriate teaching experience in the Intermediate Phase

Design and deliver enquiry-based lessons that encourage exploration, questioning, and deep understanding

Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units and learning experiences

Experience in independent schools and Girls’ Education would be advantageous

A sound and progressive understanding of the South African curriculum and international trends in education

The ability to foster and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders

An ability to be flexible, innovative and embrace change

Proficiency in using educational technology platforms and tools to enhance learning engagement and outcomes

An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team

A commitment to on-going personal and professional development

An ability to contribute significantly to our extramural programme

An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach to education

Demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender’s clearance certificate