Mathematics & Mathematical Literacy

Applications are invited for: the full-time permanent

Mathematics & Mathematical Literacy

Teacher position:

JOB PROFILE

START DATE: 05 May 2025
DEPARTMENT: Academics
REPORTS TO: HOD: Mathematics
CLOSING DATE: 18 March 2025

Organisational Description

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls that is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.

Application Process

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter, CV with names of three contactable references, a copy of the highest qualification/s, and a copy of identity. Interested candidates should register their profile on http://www.pnet.co.za and submit their application there. Further information about the Academy can be found on its website (www.owlag.co.za).

Minimum Academic Requirements and Experience

• Relevant degree with a professional teaching qualification;
• Proof of active registration with SACE;
• At least 3 years of teaching experience in teaching Grade 8 and 9 Mathematics;
• Ability and willingness to teach Mathematical Literacy in the FET band;
• IEB and Further Studies Mathematics teaching, marking, and/or moderation will be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude

• An understanding of teaching girl students;
• A passion for enquiry-based, student-centered learning;
• Knowledge of Mathematics curriculum design and assessment frameworks for Grades R to 12;
• Skill in identifying and bridging students’ learning gaps;
• Extensive understanding of the high school Mathematics curriculum;
• Awareness and working knowledge of the latest trends in Mathematics education;
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills;
• An ability to work effectively as an individual and in teams;
• A commitment to personal growth and the development of others;
• Sound relationship-building skills;
• Effective time management;
• Analytical and critical thinking and writing skills;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Excellent planning and organisational skills;
• Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines;
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism;
• Willingness to participate in the broader life of the Academy and to contribute positively to the ethos of the Academy;
• Act with the highest integrity and always uphold the Academy’s standards and values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility, and Accountability);
• Willingness to implement the Neurosequential Model of Education (NME).

Regrettably, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications will not be considered. Only applications submitted through the Pnet portal will be considered. Only suitably qualified applications will be considered. Should you not hear from us by 30 March 2025, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The Academy reserves the right not to fill this position.