SENIOR AFRIKAANS (FAL) EDUCATOR
FULL TIME, PERMANENT POSITION
Thomas More College seeks to employ a dynamic, inspired, and high-functioning Senior Afrikaans (FAL) Educator within our High School:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- A strong understanding of educational standards, the ability to align curriculum with the IEB standards and the school’s assessment policies and procedures.
- Keeping up to date with the latest developments and best practices in the teaching and learning environment.
- Perform duties expected of a senior educator.
- Ability to collaborate openly and keenly with colleagues.
- Proactive and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.
- Working with an online Learner Management System (such as Google Classroom and EdAdmin).
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
- Thoroughly well-versed in the challenges faced by young people in an Afrikaans classroom and has multiple strategies to motivate them.
- Provide individualised support and instruction to students who may require extra assistance or enrichment to meet their academic needs.
- Insistent about growing the popularity of this subject amongst young people.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Adherence to the Christian Ethos of the School.
- Relevant qualification/s in teaching Afrikaans.
- SACE Registered.
- At least 5 years’ experience; ideally in an IEB school.
- Criminal and Sexual Offender’s Clearance Certificate
- An unequivocal collaborator.
- Known to embrace alternate, creative and cutting-edge pedagogies for effective teaching of Afrikaans.
- A willingness to participate fully in the school’s extracurricular programme.
- Excellent planning and organisational abilities.
- Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Effective communication skills.
- Flexible and able to solve problems creatively.
- Adhere to the school code of conduct.
Suitably qualified individuals are requested to apply and submit your CV by following this link:
https://forms.gle/uPznyLjd7yfVt9Ux5
Thomas More College is an equal opportunity employer. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Only suitably qualified candidates should apply. Thomas More College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but such information will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognizing and accepting this disclaimer.
Due date for applications: 12:00, 4 November 2026
Start Date: 01 April 2027 (or the soonest date thereafter)
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