Boys Senior Prep Head of Department: IsiZulu

St Peter’s is an Anglican school espousing Christian values in every facet of activity, without regard for colour, creed or background. We are a family that helps grow young people, based on Christian values, for their big futures. We recognise and develop individual potential, while we prepare our pupils for Senior School and a changing world. We provide an environment that is happy, informal, yet professional. We are the only accredited Thinking School in South Africa and use the world’s best teaching, study and learning methods. The school offers a curriculum that incorporates personal growth, life and study skills whilst we teach our pupils traditional values, respect and courtesy in a modern world.Duties (not an exhaustive list): Teach IsiZulu to grade 6 and 7 pupils Ensure that lessons impart a love for learning across a host of subjects Plan and teach interesting and engaging lessons Involvement in the extramural programme, which may include Saturdays Promotion of the St Peter's Prep Schools attributes and values Teach according to the St Peter's Prep Schools Best Practice pedagogy Communicate and engage with parents on boys' academic progress Play an active role in the school's Pastoral Care system ensuring the social and emotional needs are met Lead strategic planning, implementation and continuous review of the IsiZulu curriculum across the school Requirements Qualifications and Experience: A relevant teaching qualification SACE Registration A minimum of 5 years' IsiZulu teaching experience An understanding of Inquiry Based Learning would be advantageous Ability to coach Boys' sport would be advantageous Skills and Attributes: Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills Creative problem-solving skills A willingness to work as part of a team and team teach, if required An energetic and inspirational approach to boys' learning and motivation A progressive understanding of current educational trends The capacity to develop and sustain new teaching methodologies and practices A values-based approach to teaching The intention to work according to the school's ethos, specifications and policies A willingness to support and mentor, and to be mentored The flexibility, ability, and willingness to work outside school hours, when necessary A commitment to ongoing personal development and a future-oriented approach