Job Description

JOB Description: High School Math & Science Teacher

CAMPUS:

Johannesburg Campus |

SUPERVISOR:

High School Principal |

START DATE:

1 October 2025 |

POSTING DATE:

5 September 2025 |

CLOSING DATE:

12 September 2025

Inspire Learning to Build Our Better World.

At the American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ), we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers global citizens to fulfill their future purpose. Our vision is to inspire learning to build a better world. We seek a dedicated and passionate professional who aligns with our commitment to excellence and believes in the transformative power of education. Every team member is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment. At AISJ, we value every employee as a learner and expect them to embody and support the AISJ Portrait of Learner (

Resilience

,

Mindful

,

Thinker

,

Globally Connected

,

Curious

,

Contributor) through their work. We are dedicated to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community.


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Position overview

This position will consist of a full-time assignment, which would include sections

Integrated Math

2 and 3 and Grade 9 or 10 Integrated Science. Course allocation is dependent on scheduling needs and teacher qualifications. The High School operates on an 8-period rotating block schedule, and full-time teachers are assigned to teach 6 of 8 blocks.

Qualifications:

The Math and Science teacher should have:


Secondary license or certification for teaching Mathematics & Science, with a preference for a master's degree A minimum of an undergraduate degree in the area of expertise Previous teaching experience and strong knowledge in the area of specialization at the required levels of study Recent training and/or experience in Integrated Math and/or Science. A willingness to embrace an inclusive school environment while focusing on differentiated instruction and integrated learning Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and others Positive attitude and proven belief that all students can learn Ability to differentiate instruction for all learners Ability to establish and participate in collaborative structures Proven ability to develop successful academic programs Proven ability to moderate assignments at all levels to ensure collective understanding of achievement Proven ability to use learning data to explore and improve teaching and learning practices Ability to engage students in language learning activities using a variety of current social media forms

Preferred skills and experience:

An understanding of the NGSS standards, the Common Core Standards and concept-driven learning Experience in teaching research and writing in the content area Experience in teaching a concept-based curriculum Strong organizational and time management skills A team player with the ability to take initiative Curriculum and assessment development, particularly competency-based learning and planning using Understanding By Design Using hands-on engagements and assessments to help students make connections to the world around them Technology integration and the ability to teach appropriate use of AI Experience in creating differentiated and personalized learning experiences

Teacher Competencies

Planning for Learning

Curriculum Design:

Creates personalized, challenging learning sequences that build on prior knowledge while ensuring knowledge transfer and regular reflection opportunities.

Collaborative Planning:

Partners across disciplines and specialties to create cohesive learning experiences that connect global contexts while anticipating student needs.

Inquiry-Based Learning:

Designs flexible conceptual units that honor student choice, pace, and multiple pathways to demonstrate understanding.

Maximizing Teacher Efficacy

Student Agency & Critical Thinking

Creates self-directed learners who think critically, set goals, and drive their own learning journey.

Research-Based Instructional Excellence

Implements proven teaching strategies that adapt to individual student needs through continuous assessment and adjustment.

Connected Learning Design

Weaves together global perspectives, real-world applications, and cross-disciplinary connections to create meaningful learning experiences.

Collaborative Leadership

Builds a learning community where students develop leadership skills through structured collaboration and personalized engagement.

Reflecting as Practitioners

Student Agency:

Builds student capacity for self-assessment through modeling, tools, and targeted feedback that drives individual growth.

Data-Informed Practice:

Analyzes student achievement data to align curriculum, refine teaching strategies, and measure instructional effectiveness.

Professional Growth:

Engages in collaborative reflection and data analysis with colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices and student outcomes.

Promoting Relationships, Community, & Culture

Builds strong community-school partnerships

and actively participates in community initiatives to enrich the learning environment.

Adapts teaching practices

by staying informed of educational and societal changes while understanding each learner's unique cultural background, learning style, and needs.

Creates an inclusive learning environment

that embraces diversity, challenges stereotypes, and connects learning to students' real-world experiences and cultural contexts.

Fosters a growth mindset

by encouraging calculated risk-taking and developing students' autonomy, personal responsibility, and ownership of learning.

All community members are expected to be committed to the AISJ Community Principles.

We are better when we act together. Our differences make us stronger. Every voice counts. Every voice matters. Every team needs individuals. Every individual needs a team.

Work Hours:

Monday through Friday - 188 (one hundred and eighty-eight) days per school year

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please complete the electronic form

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Information captured will be securely stored and used for a reference check on the candidate's compatibility. AISJ reserves the right to appoint the strongest candidate before the closing date if required.

SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION

AISJ maintains robust

child protection policies

to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment for our students. All employees must undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training, and sign a safeguarding agreement.

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