About this role
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
OUR SCHOOL:
Reddford House Northcliff is situated on the affluent Northcliff Ridge and is surrounded by the upmarket, leafy northern suburbs. The school is ideally located making it easily accessible from all major routes.The school has an imposing design along with a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere.
The Early Learning School (ELS) and the Junior Preparatory follow the Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy sharing an impressive piazza to exhibit the children’s work.Professionally designed interiors in candy colours enhance the Reddford House vibrant and joyful educational approach and experience. All classrooms open out onto playgrounds and play areas. The ELS classrooms boast en-suite toilet facilities for each stage.
The striking two storey Senior Preparatory and College buildings feature well-equipped classrooms including performing and creative studios for dance, music, drama and art.The campus includes ample sport fields for soccer, rugby, cricket and athletics, as well as courts for tennis and netball. The next phase of building and investment includes a swimming pool.
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 English lessons.
- Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing and promotes deep learning.
- To serve the community.
- Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, and standards of work.
- Consistently evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
- Continuously seek professional development.
- 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 at all times.
- 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.
- Write informative report comments.
- To undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head / Deputy Head of Academics fairly determine.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Lives Passion with a Plan applied over Time
- Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals
- Adaptable style that drives for high performance
- Assessment of student outcomes to enhance performance
- The ability to engage and ‘interest’ teenagers
- A minimum of three years’ experience Teaching English (Gr 8 – 12)
- Previous experience with the IEB programme
- Confidence with use of ICT in teaching
- Appropriate legal right to work in a South African school
- University degree in an appropriate subject
- SACE accreditation
- A passion for the role of Educator
- A deep understanding of English
- An unwavering commitment to the development of students
- Excellent organiszational skills
- A positive attitude to change
- An excellent classroom practitioner
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.
Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com