Senior Mathematics Teacher Grade 8 – 12
Reporting to: Academic Head of College
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Fixed Term Contract Length: Permanent
Closing Date for Applications: 5 December 2024
Languages Required English
TFCS is seeking to appoint skilled and experienced teachers in the above posts to join us from 01 January 2025 on a permanent, full-time basis.
We are in the process of building a team of upcoming, innovative and eager to learn young professionals into our visionary leadership team. Hence will take great care when selecting new colleagues to join TFCS and we are hand picking every single role. We believe true excellence in education is only achieved through an inspiring and passionate team with whom are dedicated to supporting our schools to recruit and retain students by sustaining engaging and inspiring learning environments through our 5 components of our curriculum focus: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics & Sport. (STEAMS)
Professionalism, responsive teaching, specialist knowledge, strong planning, excellent qualifications, and an outstanding personal reputation, are just few of the core requirements we look for when recruiting TFCS teaching staff.
Our dynamic teachers strive to shape inquiring minds and develop young talent and are selected for their specialist knowledge, excellent qualifications, outstanding reputations, and rapport with students. At TFCS we strive to create well balanced students, who are happy and confident in themselves, ready to take on the future.
WHY APPLY
“Be at the forefront of the 4th Industrial Education”.
When you join TFCS, you don’t just join a business. You become part of a unique global community of passionate professionals, with unrivalled access to extensive guidance, support and advice all focused on creating a culture of excellence in education.
WHAT WE OFFER
- The most collaborative environment, at every level, that you will find anywhere.
- Excellent resources
- Excellent professional development within the TFCS
- At the leading edge of independent school thinking
- A culture of excellence
- Unlimited career growth
- Competitive package
KEY ROLE SUMMARY & JOB PURPOSE
- 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 ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will be responsible for the following:
- Plan, prepare and present interesting and exciting lessons.
- Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
- Behave in a professional manner regarding punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
- Evaluate, reflect on, and refine teaching practice.
- Be willing 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 promptly.
- Show loyalty to all facets of TFCS.
- Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
- Set and mark exams and all other forms of student assessments.
- Write report comments.
- The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head determine.
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual responsibility undertaken may not be identified. The duties outlined above are not intended as a restrictive list and may be extended or altered to include other tasks that are commensurate with the role as directed Senior Management.
TFCS Required Teaching
Standards
A full outline of Teaching standards is available on request
- Able to set clear expectations and stretching 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
Qualifications and Accreditations
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience with students within the FET Phase
- University degree in appropriate subject
- Certified Teaching Status / SACE
- Appropriate right to work in South Africa.
- Confidence with use of ICT in teaching
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
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a covering letter and copy of your resumé to the following email address:
hr@futurecomprehensive.co.za
Your resumé will be reviewed and if you meet the criteria, we will contact you for an interview.
Due to the current technological advancement, First Interview may take place via Zoom or another virtual platform. All applicants will be expected to provide the following.
- a supporting statement clearly outlining why they are interested in the position and school.
- a CV with their details and history of employment and achievements
- at least two referees from a recent/current appointment
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT
TFCS is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. TFCS makes hiring decisions based solely the skills, experiences and attributes needed to continue to deliver excellence.
TFCS, 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 the personal information that will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
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