College Maths Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY: To adopt an aspirant 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 RESPONSIBILITIES: Be an active contributor amongst a dynamic team. Consistently plan, prepare and present interesting and IEB aligned Mathematics lessons. Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing and promotes deep learning. Behave in a professional manner. Consistently evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice. Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week. Be actively engaged in the afternoon programme for a minimum of two afternoons per week. Respond to e-mails and telephone messages within 24 hours. Exemplify qualities of 'good', care, effort and kindness. To attend all occasions appropriate to the position. To meet all appropriate timelines for action. To be a Tutor teacher, ensuring effective pastoral care for a group of students. Effectively set and mark assessments and all other forms of student evaluation. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: Skills and previous Experience The ability to engage and interest teenagers A minimum of three years' experience Teaching Mathematics at a FET level (Gr10 - 12) Previous experience with the IEB programme Confidence with use of ICT in teaching The ability to coach an afternoon activity would be advantageous Qualifications and Accreditations Appropriate legal right to work in a South African school University degree in an appropriate subject SACE accreditation Personal Compentencies and Attributes A passion for the role of Educator A deep understanding of Mathematics An unwavering commitment to the development of students Excellent organisational skills Excellent communication skills A positive attitude to change