Herschel Girls School, founded in 1922, situated in Claremont Cape Town, is an inclusive independent Anglican school for girls from Pre-Nursery to Grade 12 which welcomes pupils and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Herschel is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that gives preference, where appropriate in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, to candidates from the designated groups. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Please note no faxed applications will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Music Teacher to commence duties in January 2025 Herschel Girls School follows the IEB NSC qualification and is looking for an innovative and progressive teacher who seeks the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and excellent staff and school.
The successful applicant will be a suitably qualified teacher with a passion for leadership in her/his field. The following criteria are essential:
Hold the necessary Music qualificationsAbility to work within the Whole School Music Department, fostering a progressive, safe, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment through excellent relational skillsA demonstrable passion for and expert experience in teaching subject music from Grades 8 – 12Experience in teaching multi-faceted music genres would be beneficialHave instrumental teaching experience - indicate instrument(s), as well as the grade level to which you are qualified and able to teachExperience in conducting and leading instrumental ensembles would be beneficialA proven ability to establish a dynamic learning environment in the classroom and to design a rich and relevant curriculum and lessons that nurture curiosity and intellectual agilityThe ability to explore a rapidly changing educational landscape with an openness and eagerness for ongoing professional and personal development to support changeThe ability to integrate technology with confidence and flair to support a blended learning environment which engages studentsExcellent administrative, communication and organisational skillsHealthy self-awareness and a well-developed sense of duty of care towards one's students and one's colleaguesAn understanding and appreciation of girls' education and the nuances applicable to support the educational premise of nurturing confident, independent, caring, resolute and inspiring young womenThe skills and care required to be a tutor within the House system which we operate at Herschel. This involves active engagement with a small group of students across the grades, having oversight of their wellbeing and their academic progressA willingness to work within the values and ethos of the school and a commitment to involve oneself in the broader extramural programme on offer at the schoolTo hold at heart the school's tagline of "learning to make a difference" for oneself and for the pupils in one's careTo be fully committed to the school's transformation, equity and belonging strategic objectives in support of an equitable, inclusive and safe school environment for allTo be supportive of the Christian Anglican ethos of the SchoolA letter of application (sent as an attachment), accompanied by a comprehensive CV, three contactable references and proof of SACE registration, SACE clearance certificate, as well as a Police Clearance certificate, should be submitted in the form at this link Music Post Application Form Herschel Girls School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
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