BC - HOD Mathematics - JHB North at St Stithians College

The requirements for this position are:

• A proven academic record and appropriate experience
• Experience in IEB Matric Mathematics marking (and curriculum development) would be a distinct advantage
• An excellent all round knowledge of Mathematics with a passion for the subject
• Experienced in developing learning and teaching material and assessment practices per IEB requirements and the needs of the learners
• A fundamentally future-orientated approach to teaching and learning
• A passion for teaching and for the young men whose learning you would be expected to inspire
• A sound and progressive understanding of the South African curriculum and international trends in education
• Strong ability to manage and mentor both a large department of experienced teachers and intern teachers
• Willingness to embrace rapid changes in education and an interest and ability to integrate ICT into your teaching and learning
• Willingness to collaborate with other Heads of Departments on Campus to further the love of maths and curriculum development
• Promote mathematical excellence and extension of top students through Olympiads (training), Tour de Maths, NBT type training
• An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos and co-curricular and extension activities
• Continue with support structures for students needing assistance and support
• An ability to be flexible and embrace change
• An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team
• Ability to take initiative and to act decisively
• Ability to inspire and encourage people to seek and maintain high standards of performance
• Any staff member working within a school is required to have a sexual offender’s clearance certificate
• Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender’s clearance certificate