Job Description

The Thandulwazi Maths and Science Academy was established in 2006, a pioneering initiative of St Stithians College to provide educational growth opportunities for students and teachers based in public schools in greater Johannesburg.



The focus on Maths and Science provides the opportunity to make a significant contribution in the public education sector and in scarce skills development. It is necessary to ensure a clear flow from the work buckets so that there is continuous improvement in the execution of the expected deliverables for the Academy, as identified in our goals and objectives. The Academy's activities are hosted at and supported by St Stithians, and funding is provided predominantly through corporate CSI contributions and private donations. This is a shining private-public partnership model and St Stithians is proud to call the Thandulwazi Academy one of its seven schools.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to teach in the following subjects:

Grade 9:

Mathematics, English FAL or HL, Natural Sciences and EMS (Accounting only)Grade 10-12: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, English FAL or HL, Accounting and Life Sciences

The requirements for this position are:

Relevant teaching qualification from a recognised institution. A post graduate qualification will be an added advantage. A minimum of 5 years' experience in teaching, assessment, moderation, monitoring, and evaluation. Experience in developing learning and teaching material and assessment practices according to CAPS requirements and the needs of the students. Ability to teach in multi-level classrooms. An excellent all-round knowledge and passion for the subject. An ability to be flexible with a willingness to embrace rapid changes in education and an interest and ability to integrate IT into your teaching and learning and to progress the development of, and delivery of, online learning and assessment. An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team and an ability to take initiative and to act decisively. Ability to inspire and encourage students to seek and maintain high standards of performance. A sound and progressive understanding of the South African education context, South African curriculum and international trends in education. A commitment to on-going personal and professional development. A willingness to work within the values, Christian ethos and mission of the College as well as to participate in the broader life of the college. * Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender's clearance certificate.