Grade 4 Teacher at Reddam House Helderfontein

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view of students in their care. To promote the general progress and well-being of individuals and any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment that motivates students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and present interesting and exciting lessons. (All subjects for Grade 4)
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing and promotes engaged learning.
• Behave professionally concerning 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 on two afternoons per week and/or when required.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Participate in our extra mural programme – 2 afternoon per week.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark examinations and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Set up and write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determines.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Able to set clear expectations and stretch goals
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare
• A minimum of 3 -5 years’ experience will be advantageous
• Confidence with the use of IT in teaching
• Previous experience with IEB Programme
• University qualification
• Certified Teaching Status.