Senior History College Teacher

OUR SCHOOL:

The pristine Reddam House Ballito campus is situated in the heart of Ballito, boasting a prime, easily accessible location. Reddam House Ballito offers a holistic, innovative educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence. We offer an internationally renowned curriculum, including a broad range of academic, cultural and sporting activities. The ethos of the school is underpinned by a nurturing philosophy and positive outlook. We believe true excellence in education, is driven by a powerful, passionate team of exceptional teachers. We provide premium education from Nest to Grade 12 to families living in the leafy suburbs of Ballito, Zimbali & Umhlali.

ROLE SUMMARY:

• To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them.


• To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and present interesting and exciting History lessons.


• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.


• Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.


• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.


• Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.


• Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week.


• Produce resources of a high standard for students.


• Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.


• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.


• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the Head of School.


• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.


• Write report comments.


• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determines.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Skills and Previous Experience: 

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with students in a high school


• Confidence with use of ICT in teaching

Qualifications and Accreditations:

• University degree in appropriate subject


• Certified Teaching Status


• Appropriate right to work


• SACE up today & in good standing

Personal Competencies and Attributes:

• An unwavering commitment to the development of students


• A demonstrable passion for the profession


• Excellent organizational skills


• A positive attitude to change


• An excellent classroom practitioner


• A continuous improvement mindset

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.

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