Afrikaans Teacher - High School

Company Description

Pinnacle College Founders Hill is a growing, forward-looking high school located in Johannesburg, focused on delivering strong academic outcomes and holistic learner development. The school emphasizes a supportive, inclusive environment where learners are encouraged to achieve their full potential in both academics and co-curricular activities. Pinnacle College Founders Hill values professional educators who are committed to high teaching standards, continuous improvement, and collaboration. The school encourages innovation in the classroom and aims to prepare learners for further study, meaningful work, and responsible citizenship.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Afrikaans Teacher at the high school level, based in Johannesburg. The Afrikaans Teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum, assess learner progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records of assessments and attendance. The role includes preparing teaching materials, differentiating instruction for diverse learning needs, and supporting learners in developing strong Afrikaans language skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The teacher will participate in staff meetings, parent consultations, and school events, and will contribute to co-curricular activities where appropriate. The role requires ongoing collaboration with colleagues to ensure consistent academic standards and a positive, respectful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification and registration with the appropriate educational authority (e.g., SACE), with specialization in Afrikaans or language teaching.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Afrikaans, with strong skills in grammar, literature, and language instruction at high school level.
• Experience in classroom management, lesson planning, assessment design, and use of varied teaching methodologies.
• Ability to integrate educational technology into teaching and learning, including basic use of digital learning platforms and classroom tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to inclusive, non-discriminatory practices and supporting learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Organizational skills, reliability, and a professional approach to administrative responsibilities and reporting.
• Prior experience teaching Afrikaans at high school level is highly beneficial; familiarity with local curricula and examination requirements is an advantage.

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