College Maths and Maths Literacy Teacher

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Umhlanga is a premium co-educational, private school situated on the outskirts of the bustling Umhlanga Ridge - Durban, offering an Early Learning School, Preparatory School and IEB College to students from 1 year old to Grade 12.

The leading IEB School in Durban, Reddam House Umhlanga offers a Christian, holistic, innovative, educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence.

Set on 17 hectares of land, the School provides spacious, modern facilities, where children are encouraged to be children while functioning within the parameters of a robust, bespoke curriculum. The School’s tranquil setting is ideal for learning and outdoor activities.

Reddam House Umhlanga School seamlessly blends Boarding and Day schooling. Our comprehensive curriculum includes enriching academic, performing arts and sports programmes as well as opportunities for philanthropy.

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 Math’s lessons
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing and promotes learning.
• Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behavior, standards of work and homework of students.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine your teaching practice.
• Teach extra lessons when required on two afternoons per week.
• Produce resources for students of a high standard.
• Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Exam setting and the marking of exams and all other forms of student evaluation
• The writing of report comments
• Prepare practical learning opportunities for students.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Skills and Previous Experience:

• Ability to connect effectively with children
• A thorough understanding of the subject material that you will be teaching
• Good planning, organising and reporting skills
• Good communication skills (oral, written and presentation)
• Good interpersonal skills and strong team orientation
• A minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience of at an IEB school
• Matric Math’s teaching and IEB marking experience would be advantageous

Qualifications and Accreditations:

• University degree in appropriate subject
• Certified Teaching Status
• Appropriate right to work
• SACE registered

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

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.