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Grade 12 Life Orientation and English Teacher - Eastern CapeFull job descriptionBulungula College: Educator PostOpportunity closing date: 31 October 2024Employment start date: 13 January 2025Opportunity type:EmploymentThe Bulungula College (an Independent High School) is looking for a suitably qualified teacher who is able to teach both of the following subjects:Life Orientation (Grades 10 to 12)English FAL (Grades 10 and 11)Ability to be a choir master/mistress would be an advantageABOUT USThe Bulungula College (BC) is a non-fee paying Independent High School. It is governed by the philosophy of its mother organization, the Bulungula Incubator (BI). The BI is a rural development not-for-profit organization, based on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape, in the former Transkei. Our programmes are concentrated on four focus areas: Education, Sustainable Livelihoods, Health and Nutrition and Vibrant Villages. Our vision is to be a catalyst for the creation of vibrant and sustainable rural communities. In partnership with our community, government, NGOs and other innovative thinkers, the Bulungula Incubator aims to achieve our vision through finding synergies between traditional rural African culture, and external technologies and innovations.POSITION OBJECTIVEThe Bulungula College is looking for a suitably qualified and dynamic individual to be part of our education team. The Bulungula College opened in 2019 in order to offer our surrounding community the opportunity to attend an excellent high school within walking distance as the only other secondary school is more than 25km away. Bulungula College is looking for an individual who can present the following School Subject combination competently from Grades 10 to 12:Life Orientation (Grades 10 to 12)English FAL (Grades 10 and 11)PERFORMANCE AREAS AND ACTIVITIESDuties and responsibilitiesTo have expert knowledge of the subject areasTo pursue relevant opportunities to grow professionally and keep up-to-date about the current knowledge and research in the subject areaTrainingTo plan and prepare appropriately the assigned learning programTo conduct assigned classes at the scheduled timesTo demonstrate competence in classroom instructionTo implement the designated curriculum completely and in due timeTo plan and implement effective classroom management practicesTo design and implement effective strategies to develop self-confident/independent learnersTo promote learners intrinsic motivation by providing meaningful and progressively challenging learning experiences which include, but are not limited to: self-exploration, questioning, making choices, setting goals, planning and organizing, implementing, self-evaluating and demonstrating initiative in tasks and projectsTo engage learners in active, hands-on, creative problem-based learningTo provide opportunities for learners to access and use current technology, resources and information to solve problems or integrate relevant technology to support and differentiate instructionTo provide opportunities for learners to apply and practice what is learnedTo engage learners in creative thinking and integrated or interdisciplinary learning experiencesTo build learners ability to work collaboratively with othersTo adapt instruction/support to learners differences in development, learning styles, strengths and needsTo vary instructional roles (e.g. instructor, coach, facilitator, co-learner, audience) in relation to content and purpose of instruction and learners needsTo maintain a safe, orderly environment conducive to learningTo demonstrate preparation and skill in working with learners from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.To comply with requirements for the safety and supervision of learners inside and outside the classroom AssessmentTo define and communicate learning expectations to learnersTo apply appropriate multiple assessment tools and strategies to evaluate and promote the continuous intellectual development of the learnersTo assign reasonable assignments and homework to learners as per Bulungula College rulesTo evaluate learners performances in an objective, fair and timely mannerTo record and report timely the results of quizzes, assignments, mid- and final semester examsTo use learner assessment data to guide changes in instruction and practice, and to improve learner learningProfessionalismTo be punctual and be available at Bulungula College during official working hoursTo comply with policies, standards, rules, regulations and procedures of the Bulungula CollegeTo prepare and maintain relevant portfolios or filesTo take precautions to protect the Bulungula College records, equipment, materials, and facilitiesTo participate responsibly in the Bulungula College improvement initiativesTo attend and participate in scheduled meetings including departmental staff development meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to Bulungula College policyTo demonstrate timeliness and attendance for assigned responsibilitiesTo work collaboratively with other professionals and staffTo participate in partnerships with other members of the Bulungula Colleges community to support learner learning and the college-related activitiesTo demonstrate the ability to perform teaching or other responsibilities, including good work habits, reliability, punctuality and follow-through on commitmentsTo provide and accept evaluative feedback in a professional mannerTo create and maintain a positive and safe learning environmentTo carry out any other related duties assigned by the College head or any designated personGood Behaviour and good role modelTo model honesty, fairness and ethical conductTo model a caring attitude and promote positive inter-personal relationshipsTo model correct use of language, oral and writtenTo foster learner self-control, self-discipline and responsibility to othersTo model and promote empathy, compassion and respect for the gender, ethnic, religious, cultural and learning diversity of learnersTo demonstrate skill when managing learner behaviour, intervening and resolving discipline problemsTo model good social skills, leadership and civic responsibilityLeading and participating in extra curricula activitiesWilling to coach and or participate in the extra mural activities forming part of the Bulungula Colleges curriculum with no expectations of extra incomePlease indicate the code (s) you are able to coachROLE REQUIREMENTSTwo years prior experience of teaching Grade 12 Life OrientationA passion for rural development work is essentialA university degree in education is required. A Post-graduate degree in the School Subject(s) will be an added advantageSACE registered and strong desire to improve educational standardsProven ability to relate to children and to inspire and motivate themKnowledge and understanding of the South African curriculumExperience with the education sector and education policies preferredCommunication in isiXhosa an advantageStrong computer skillsAbility to succeed in challenging environments and problem-solvingWillingness to live in a remote rural village as a community memberWillingness to mentor and train othersRemuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and level of experienceTo apply, please send your detailed CV with two contactable referees, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, copy of ID plus a letter of motivation.For enquiries about this post, please contact Betty on 087 808 4355. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2024. Compiling of prospective candidates will be done as soon as this advertisement is out. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and if you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful. If the successful candidate is currently employed, we will allow them to complete their contractual notice period with their current employer.Bulungula College reserves the Right not to fill the position if no relevant candidate is found.Employment start date: 13 January 2025Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: R22 000,00 - R24 000,00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:Bulungulu, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Application Question(s):What was the Grade 12 pass rate of your most recent Life Orientation class?Education:Bachelors (Required)Experience:Teaching Life Orientation at Grade 12 level: 2 years (Required)License/Certification:SACE certificate (Required)Application Deadline: 2024/10/31Expected Start Date: 2025/01/13

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