Are you an experienced and passionate English teacher who excels in helping students overcome challenges? Do you thrive on reteaching with creativity, supporting second- language learners, and helping students truly understand what they’re learning? Then we want to hear from you!
Position: English Home Language Teacher (Grade 8–10)
Location: Apex Stellenbosch, Koelenhof Road (R304), Stellenbosch
Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Apex Stellenbosch is a vibrant, mission-driven school committed to delivering high- quality (CAPS aligned) education in a context where every student matters. We serve students who are taught in English but may not speak it as a home language. Our approach focuses on using strong curriculum materials and innovative support to ensure conceptual understanding and academic success for all.
What Makes This Role Unique?
You won’t need to design lessons from scratch—our curriculum and digital learning platform provide high-quality resources. Instead, you’ll specialize in closing learning gaps, reteaching key concepts, and supporting students to master content through innovative, interactive, and student-cantered teaching methods.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate high-impact reteaching sessions based on learner performance data
- Support students in understanding and applying English Home Language concepts from the provided curriculum
- Use a variety of strategies to scaffold learning for second-language speakers
- Provide targeted small-group instruction and one-on-one support
- Track progress, assess conceptual understanding, and respond with appropriate interventions
- Collaborate with team members, facilitators, and online platform coordinators
- Foster a classroom culture that is inclusive, respectful, and academically ambitious
- Participate in ongoing professional development and school-wide initiatives
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field, with a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
- SACE registration (or proof of registration in progress).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching English Home Language, preferably in a multilingual or second-language context.
- Experience in reteaching, intervention, or learner support roles is strongly recommended.
- Familiarity with CAPS English HL curriculum (Grades 8–10).
- NSC marking experience is an advantage.
Key Attributes:
- A passion for educational equity and supporting diverse learners
- Strong understanding of language acquisition and literacy support
- Skilled in identifying and addressing learning gaps
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Tech-savvy and confident using digital platforms in teaching
- Committed, professional, and reflective
Other:
- Must have reliable transport
- This is an on-site role based at Apex Stellenbosch
How to Apply:
Please send your CV to: reception@apexstellenbosch.org
Subject Line: Apex Stellenbosch English HL
Applications close on: 4th July 2025