English (FAL) Teacher

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an English (FAL) Teacher at Crawford International. The core purpose of the position is to deliver high-quality, engaging, and differentiated teaching to enable every student to achieve their academic potential. The teacher is expected to create a positive, purposeful 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 should demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning, while preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and values required 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 in which 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)** * **Qualifications and Requirements:** * Relevant Bachelor's degree NQF 7 and PGCE/HDE or B.Ed., with appropriate subject specialisation. * Valid SACE registration. * Police clearance. * **Experience:** * **Minimum:** * 3–5 years' teaching experience. * Demonstrates subject specialisation and experience teaching at the appropriate high school level. * **Preferred:** * Experience with enquiry-based and student-centred learning approaches. * Familiarity with the IEB curriculum and assessment requirements. * IEB examination and/or matric marking experience. * Level 1 First Aid qualification. * **Key Competencies:** * 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 suitable for an experienced English (FAL) teacher dedicated to delivering high-quality, engaging, and differentiated education at the high school level. The ideal candidate will be highly professional, possess strong integrity, and be committed to continuous learning and student development. They should be skilled in creating positive learning environments, building strong relationships with students and parents, and actively contributing to the broader school community. Applicants should demonstrate excellent planning, communication, and interpersonal skills, a collaborative and adaptable approach, sound subject knowledge, and the ability to differentiate learning for diverse students. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/english-fal-teacher-crawford-international Source: myjobmag

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