Job Description

St Stithians College is a proudly South African school, embracing diversity and offering a distinctive educational experience. Founded as a Methodist Church School, our Christian spirituality is central to our identity

St Stithians Boys' College is a leading South African boys' school, which constantly strives for excellence in providing a relevant and rigorous education, and for best practice in the education of boys. As a Methodist school, we have a conscious focus on the "Saints Honour", namely to 'Honour God, Honour others and Honour self".
Our "seven pillars" support the life of every boy at the Boys' College: academics, sport, culture, community service, leadership, outdoor education and spirituality. Through these pillars, we encourage each boy to realise his maximum potential as a citizen of significance of this school and in our country, in a stimulating and safe environment.
Our mission, purpose and passion is to walk the path towards manhood with our boys and support them as they emerge as "great young men", ready to serve, lead, contribute and make a difference in our world and in the lives of others.
Job Requirements
The Boys' College invites applications for the above-mentioned position which will be available from 1 January 2026 - 31 December 2026. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills, disposition, and competencies to take on this position.
The requirements for this position are:
A passion for the Performing Arts and in particular, Dramatic Arts
Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Dramatic Arts/ Performing Arts or equivalent and is currently completing or completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
A passion for teaching and an understanding of the development of adolescent boys
The ability to foster and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders
An ability to be flexible, innovative and embrace change
Complete administration, and provide guidance and supervision to students in the extra-curricular Dramatic Arts programme
Theatre management and technical skills (sound & lighting) will be an advantage
Assisting with preparing students for practical assessments at the end of each term (Grades 8-12)
An understanding that this role will require after hours work in the evening and over weekends
Ability to teach Grade 8 and Grade 9 Dramatic Arts
Willingness to integrate IT into your teaching and learning
A fundamentally future-orientated approach to teaching and learning
An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team
An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
Ability to promote and embrace diversity and inclusion
Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender's clearance certificate
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