Boys Senior Prep Head of Department: IsiZulu
ST Peters Preparatory Schools · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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- Teach IsiZulu to grade 6 and 7 pupils
- Ensure that lessons impart a love for learning across a host of subjects
- Plan and teach interesting and engaging lessons
- Involvement in the extramural programme, which may include Saturdays
- Promotion of the St Peter's Prep Schools attributes and values
- Teach according to the St Peter's Prep Schools Best Practice pedagogy
- Communicate and engage with parents on boys' academic progress
- Play an active role in the school's Pastoral Care system ensuring the social and emotional needs are met
- Lead strategic planning, implementation and continuous review of the IsiZulu curriculum across the school
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- A relevant teaching qualification
- SACE Registration
- A minimum of 5 years' IsiZulu teaching experience
- An understanding of Inquiry Based Learning would be advantageous
- Ability to coach Boys' sport would be advantageous
Skills and Attributes
- Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative problem-solving skills
- A willingness to work as part of a team and team teach, if required
- An energetic and inspirational approach to boys' learning and motivation
- A progressive understanding of current educational trends
- The capacity to develop and sustain new teaching methodologies and practices
- A values-based approach to teaching
- The intention to work according to the school's ethos, specifications and policies
- A willingness to support and mentor, and to be mentored
- The flexibility, ability, and willingness to work outside school hours, when necessary
- A commitment to ongoing personal development and a future-oriented approach