Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type: Contract (6 months)
Closing Date: 12 May 2026
About the Company
ADvTECH Group is Africa’s leading private education provider, offering high-quality schooling and tertiary education across multiple brands.
Crawford International is one of South Africa’s most respected private school networks, known for its innovative, future-focused education model, strong academic standards, and emphasis on creativity, leadership, and holistic learner development.
Position Overview
Crawford International Fourways Preparatory is seeking an Afrikaans Specialist and Drama Teacher on a 6-month contract.
This role combines language teaching and creative arts (Drama), focusing on developing learners’ communication skills, creativity, confidence, and academic growth in a modern, inquiry-based learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Delivery (Teaching & Learning)
- Teach Afrikaans and Drama across the Intersen Phase
- Deliver engaging, future-focused lessons aligned with Crawford curriculum standards
- Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods
- Plan and deliver differentiated lessons to meet learner needs
- Support students’ academic, emotional, and creative development
Assessment & Reporting
- Assess and track learner progress continuously
- Maintain accurate academic records and mark books
- Use data-driven insights to support learner improvement
- Contribute to formal assessments, moderation, and reporting systems (e.g. STASY)
- Participate in cluster marking and standardisation processes
Student Development & Behaviour Management
- Manage classroom behaviour through clear rules and expectations
- Support student wellbeing through mentorship and guidance
- Identify learners with barriers to learning and escalate support
- Communicate effectively with parents and support teams
School Brand & Extra Activities
- Act as a Crawford International brand ambassador
- Support school events, extra-murals, and performances
- Promote school ethos and values internally and externally
- Contribute to school marketing, events, and open days
Administration & Operations
- Ensure lesson planning aligns with timetable requirements
- Assist with school events, excursions, and planning logistics
- Maintain classroom learning environment standards
- Support administrative duties as required
Health & Safety
- Supervise learners in classrooms and activity areas
- Report and manage hazards or safety risks
- Provide basic first aid support when required
- Promote student awareness of safety and wellbeing
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 6) + PGCE or B.Ed (Intermediate/Intersen/Foundation Phase)
- Valid SACE registration
- Police clearance certificate
- Valid driver’s licence
- 3–5 years teaching experience
- 1-year teaching internship (preferred, at principal’s discretion)
- IB PYP training (advantageous)
- Willingness to teach as a generalist educator
Core Competencies
- Strong lesson planning and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and presentation ability
- High emotional intelligence (EQ)
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage professional relationships effectively
- Strong time management and discipline
- Ability to work under pressure
Leadership & Development Potential
The role also values educators with interest in leadership growth, including:
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Data-driven decision-making
- Collaboration and team leadership
- Capability development and mentoring
- Strong performance and execution focus
- Customer (learner/parent) orientation
Personal Attributes
- Passion for education and creative learning
- Professional, confident, and well-presented
- Innovative and adaptable mindset
- Strong role model for learners
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Committed to continuous learning
Why Join Crawford International?
- Work within a leading private education brand in South Africa
- Access to innovative, inquiry-based teaching methods
- Opportunity to combine language and creative arts education
- Strong emphasis on professional development and growth
- Be part of a forward-thinking academic environment
POPIA Compliance
ADvTECH Group and Crawford International ensure all personal information is handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), maintaining strict confidentiality and data security.
How to Apply
Apply via the official ADvTECH careers portal:
👉 https://www.advtech.co.za
OR APPLY HERE
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
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