Job Description

TEACHING VACANCY: MANDARIN TEACHER POSITION (Primary School and High School)

Commencement date: Negotiable.

Pretoria Chinese School, a prestigious independent institution dedicated to academic excellence, is inviting applications for a Mandarin Teacher position. We seek a passionate and dynamic educator.

Minimum Requirements:

The ideal candidate should:

Hold appropriate academic and professional qualifications to teach in the Primary and High School. Be registered with SACE or meet the requirements for SACE registration. Demonstrate expertise in the Mandarin Language Curriculum (Home Language and Second Additional Language). Be passionate about education, creative, self-motivated, and energetic. Have strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. Possess excellent organisational skills to assess and monitor student progress while providing constructive feedback.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons. Foster a stimulating and supportive learning environment that upholds the ethos and values of the school. Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods into the classroom. Contribute to the co-curricular programme and support students beyond the classroom. Be available during afternoons, evenings, and other required times to assist with co-curricular activities, workshops, courses, and school functions.
Pretoria Chinese School is an

equal opportunity employer

and reserves the right

not to make an appointment

. Submission of an application does not automatically entitle the applicant to an interview.

Closing Date: 15 January 2026.

Candidates not contacted by

20 January 2026,

should consider their application unsuccessful.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit:

A cover letter A concise CV
Pretoria Chinese School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Language:

Mandarin (Required)
Work Location: In person