Life Orientation Educator (FET Phase)_ Career Guidance Counsellor at Crawford International

Duties

• Educators in the FET phase will be responsible for planning, organising and implementing appropriate instructional programs in a high school environment that guide and encourage students to develop and fulfil their academic potential and prepare them for life after graduation.

They will need to:

• deliver future-focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged
• demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism at all times
• develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance:

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety
• In addition, experience in career guidance and counselling within a school environment will be advantageous, particularly in supporting students with subject choice, career exploration and post-school pathway planning.
• The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong understanding of the Life Orientation curriculum within the FET Phase, including the academic, personal development and future-readiness components that support students as they prepare for life beyond school.
• Experience within an IEB school environment and familiarity with the IEB Life Orientation assessment framework will be advantageous.
• Educators with experience supporting students with tertiary pathway planning and career readiness are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications & Experience

• a degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B.Ed (FET) with a specialization in the subjects to be taught
• Experience teaching Life Orientation in the FET Phase (Grades 10–12) will be advantageous
• Experience in career counselling or student pathway guidance will be advantageous
• Experience as an IEB marker for Life Orientation would be advantageous
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 5 - 10 years Teaching Experience
• 5 - 10 years Specialist subject teaching
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid

Attributes & Competencies

• A lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately