Mathematics Teacher

CTTH is an independent international high school, registered with the WCED, situated in Gardens, Cape Town. We require an experienced teacher to join our dynamic team in January 2025 who is fully qualified to teach in a South African high school and is registered with SACE.

Aim of the school

Our school is cutting edge in that we prescribe to a personalised, self-directed educational philosophy. We keep our classes small and personalise each student’s educational road-map. We encourage our students to be self-motivated, self-starters who ask, explore and understand, and we believe that this approach to education ensures our students learn at their own pace, are positioned at their ability level, and in so doing ensure that they do not fall behind due to conceptual/knowledge gaps but rather achieve their own personal best across all subjects.

As part of a small team of teachers, the successful candidate will need to fulfil the role of teacher/mentor to students, teaching primarily through one-on-one interaction in their field of expertise, as well as in other subject areas as needed to support the school’s timetable. Due to the nature of independent learning, the successful candidate needs to be competent in the administration and management of the students’ projected schedule and progress, keeping them accountable to an acceptable pace and level of achievement. Furthermore, we look for a teacher who brings excitement and a love of learning to the classroom, as well as leadership, with teaching that supports our philosophy.

High School – Grade 9 – 12 teacher for full time permanent position who is equipped to teach Mathematics to an AP level. Experience in teaching IT or Economics in these grades would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

Our High School Students are all working towards their USA High School Diploma via the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS) online. You will be responsible for teaching/tutoring Grade 9 -12 students taking:

• Maths courses from Algebra to Advanced Placement Calculus,
• Specific Elective courses, as allocated, to support the timetable.

All Grade 10 – 12 courses are conceptualised, prepared and marked by UNHS course developers. As they are not available for live concept and subject matter support, your role will include the following:

• Providing the necessary ‘live’ teacher support.
• Becoming familiar with all the UNHS coursework across the subjects you are facilitating in order to bring said support.
• Management of students’ course deadlines to ensure they cover the coursework, Unit Evaluations, Projects, and Progress Tests within the allotted time per semester.
• Preparing students for the South African NBT and College Board SAT Tests in their Grade 12 year.

Additional responsibilities

• On campus during school hours: 08:00 to 15:30.
• Weekly update of Progress Reports.
• Compile year-end Transcripts.
• Attend daily staff meetings.
• Attend termly parent/teacher evenings.
• Arrange, prepare for and transport students to outings relating to curricular requirements.
• Attend development training as it organically occurs.

Candidate Requirements

• An acceptance and willingness to become better acquainted with the Jewish values and practices that characterise our school.
• Self-motivation, with a sound work ethic, initiative and high levels of energy.
• Time and stress management, imparting this to students.
• Strong organisational skills, being adaptable and able to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as being student and parent oriented.
• An ability to inspire, comfort and build self-esteem.
• An ability to listen and respond to management, staff, students and parents.
• Excellent computer skills, across a variety of devices and programmes including sound knowledge of the Google Suite.
• Skill with TI-83 graphing calculator and Desmos would be advantageous.
• Teaching experience in IT or Economics would be advantageous.

As CTTH is a school that adheres to traditional values, teachers are expected to act in accordance with the spirit of these ideals, this includes modest attire and sensitivity to the beliefs of the school and students.

In order to apply, please email your CV, cover letter, two recent references, copies of qualifications and SACE certificate to applications@cttorahhigh.com by no later than Thursday, 3 October 2024.

CTTH is committed to the achievement of diversity and equity in employment. The School reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.