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Independent senior Boarding School for boys from Grade 8 to Grade 12

The Michaelhouse English Department’s focus is on collaboration. We hold each other to a high standard, expecting the best of ourselves through continued professional development and staying abreast of innovative pedagogies in the art of English teaching. We strive to instill a love for reading while guiding our boys to think critically and to write and speak with sophistication. An opportunity exists to join our team, duties will include teaching a range of classes, involvement in various co-curricular and pastoral duties within our school. If you are a pioneering, passionate and dynamic English teacher, we hope you will consider joining us.

Commencement date: Q2 April 2022

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION ARE:

• A degree with English as a major.
• A professional teaching qualification.
• Creativity and innovation in the classroom.
• Using technology as a tool for teaching and learning.
• Suitable experience in teaching English Home Language from Grade 8 to 12.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, the Grade 12 IEB assessment guidelines.
• Experience as an IEB Grade 12 marker.
• Suitable experience in teaching Advanced Programme English.
• A current SACE registration.

ACCOMMODATION:

Housing will be provided on or near the Michaelhouse estate to facilitate full involvement in the
school programme.

Only suitably qualified candidates will be considered. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview. Michaelhouse reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Apply by completing the online application form at:
https://forms.gle/xYh5qK5uWnZH5qqM6

In addition to completing the online form, please email your handwritten motivation letter AND CV to the email address below

Closing date for applications: 22 November 2021

Michaelhouse is committed to transformation and in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan preference shall be given, but not limited to, candidates from the designated groups.

Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Disclaimer: Michaelhouse is committed to ensuring confidentiality of personal information. By applying for this position and submitting your personal details and CV, you acknowledge acceptance of this disclaimer. Your information will be used for the sole purpose of recruitment of the listed vacancy and any required statutory reporting. All reasonable measures will be taken to protect the information of applicants.