Senior English (HL) Teacher

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**Overview** This role is for a Senior English (HL) Teacher at Crawford International, a part of the ADvTECH Schools Division, which is a leader in the private education sector in South Africa. The core purpose of this position is to deliver high-quality, engaging, and differentiated teaching to enable students to achieve their academic potential. The teacher is expected to foster a positive learning environment, build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, and actively contribute to the academic, cultural, and broader life of the school. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning, preparing students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and values for a changing world. **What you will do** * Plan and deliver engaging, challenging, and differentiated lessons aligned with the school curriculum and educational approach. * Create a positive learning environment where students are motivated, supported, and challenged. * Use appropriate teaching strategies, technology, and resources to enhance learning. * Monitor student progress and provide additional academic support where required. * Identify opportunities for enrichment, extension, and the development of critical thinking, agency, and future-focused skills. * Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect, and improve teaching practice. * Remain current with developments in education and participate actively in professional development. * Assess, record, and monitor student progress accurately and consistently. * Use assessment data to inform teaching and support each student's learning journey. * Provide meaningful and timely feedback to students and parents. * Maintain accurate academic records and complete reporting requirements. * Participate in moderation, standardisation, team marking, and external assessment processes, including IEB requirements where applicable. * Establish and maintain clear expectations for behaviour and create a respectful, inclusive classroom environment. * Support the academic, social, and emotional development of students. * Build positive relationships with students and parents. * Identify students experiencing barriers to learning or requiring additional support and refer them through the appropriate channels. * Contribute to the school's mentorship and pastoral programmes where required. * Act as a positive role model and uphold the values, culture, and reputation of the school. * Participate actively in the broader life of the school, including extra-curricular activities, events, assemblies, excursions, and other duties. * Support school initiatives and, where required, contribute to admissions, marketing, and community events. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community. * Maintain a well-organised, safe, and purposeful learning environment. * Complete administrative duties accurately and within required timeframes. * Follow school policies, procedures, and operational requirements. * Assist with supervision, substitution, and other duties as required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Relevant Bachelor's degree NQF 7 and PGCE/HDE or B.Ed., with appropriate subject specialisation. * Valid SACE registration. * Police clearance. * Minimum 3–5 years' teaching experience. * Demonstrates subject specialisation and experience teaching at the appropriate high school level. * Strong planning, organisation, and time-management skills. * Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. * Sound subject knowledge and a commitment to effective teaching practice. * Ability to differentiate learning and respond to the needs of diverse learners. * Critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound professional judgement. * High levels of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence. * A collaborative and adaptable approach. * Commitment to continuous professional growth. **Who should apply** This role is suited for a dedicated and experienced educator who is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging, and differentiated teaching to enable students to achieve their academic potential. The ideal candidate will be adept at creating a positive learning environment, building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, and contributing actively to the broader school life. Applicants should possess a strong sense of professionalism, integrity, a commitment to continuous learning, and demonstrate competencies in planning, organisation, communication, relationship-building, subject knowledge, differentiation, critical thinking, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and adaptability. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-english-hl-teacher-crawford-international Source: myjobmag

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