2025 IsiZulu (Second Language) Teacher (Boksburg)Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Full Time
2025 Intermediate Phase Teaching (South Africa)
Mid Level
2025 Hiring Season is in full swing! We are currently in search of rockstar teammates who will meaningfully empower Future Innovators and Leaders to start in the year 2025! #AlwaysGrowing!
Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar isiZulu teacher to teach Pre-Primary and Primary School (grades R – 7) at Boksburg in January 2025! This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
About the Role We are looking for Resident teachers to teach isiZulu from grade R to grade 7. Second language teachers lead instruction of their language across multiple grades and classrooms and are responsible for driving a rigorous, enquiry-based learning environment the Nova Pioneer way. Resident teachers are supported by Deans of Instruction who partner with them in their growth journey – observing lessons, providing feedback and coaching. Resident teachers support and mentor apprentice teachers. See below to learn more about the teaching model at Nova Pioneer.
Key responsibilities for the role include: Work closely with learning designers to design impactful lessonsDeliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons supported by technology to enhance instructional deliveryObserve, coach and be a model teacher for apprentice teachersInfuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellenceSet and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students and provide student feedback so they internalize itConduct ongoing assessment of student progress. Use assessment data to adjust instructional content and delivery techniques accordinglyAttend weekly feedback meetings with Deans and learning designers to enhance teaching practicesFully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organization-wide learning and reflectionCommunicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher conferencesContribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a termParticipate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfil supervision duties as assigned including some morning, evening and weekend events.About You Skills and Qualifications required Bachelor's degree in education or bachelor's degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)SACE registeredMust be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in the language of instruction (isiZulu)Experience and/or understanding of Cambridge curriculum objectives would be an advantageAbility to lead a classroom independentlyYou love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every studentYou have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teachYou have an understanding of and passion for enquiry based, student-centered learningYou are a team player and you enjoy group problem solvingYou are adept at using technology for instructionHow to Apply: Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now!
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews.
Working at Nova Pioneer Nova Pioneer is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Nova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast! We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students. "Novaneers" work harder and work longer hours than most schools but as a result, the growth they experience is extraordinary. We offer consistent and ongoing personal development and provide clear career pathways that ensure that our people are always achieving their personal and professional best. Nova Pioneer has a highly energetic, entrepreneurial environment where our people get to bring their creative and innovative ideas to life. We look for people who are flexible and who are able to adapt and respond quickly to adversity with a positive, can-do attitude (there are no problems, only solutions!). We welcome challenges and roll with the punches because it makes us, and our students, better. There is no problem too big for us! We work hard but we also have a lot of fun together. We bring infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning.
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