Natural & Social Sciences Teacher (Grades 5 - 7) Location: Cape Town, ZA ROLE SUMMARY 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. Create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out full responsibility and duties required of a Natural Science teacher. 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. Add value to the team, in the classroom and beyond (i.e. fulfilling various school life duties). Use technology effectively and creatively to enhance learning. Creation of rich, real and relevant 21st century content and high quality resources for students. Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice. Be open to continuously develop one’s teaching through personal and school‑wide professional development. Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week. 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 relevant Head. Set and mark assessments 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 the Intermediate Phase (Grade 4-7) i.e. primary school level. Experience and confidence with use of ICT in teaching. Previous experience within the South African Independent Schools system. Previous experience in a high‑performing international school. Qualifications and Accreditations University degree in appropriate phase (Intermediate Phase). Certified Teaching Status - SACE registered. Appropriate right to work. 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. Team player. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr