Curro Vacancies

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

1. Afrikaans FAL Teacher (Intermediate Phase)
2. Swim Coach
3. Mathematics Teacher (FET Phase)
4. Sport Coordinator
5. Foundation Phase Teacher
6. Physical Science Teacher (FET Phase)
7. Head of Primary School X2
8. English HL Teacher (FET Phase)
9. Marketer
10. English HL, History and LO Teacher (FET Phase)
11. English HL Teacher (Grades 4 to 7)
12. Mathematical Literacy Teacher (Grades 10 to 12)
13. Afrikaans FAL Teacher (Grades 4 to 7)
14. English HL and Social Sciences Teacher (Intermediate Phase)
15. Head of Sport
16. English HL Teacher (FET Phase)
17. Mathematics Teacher (Grades 8 to 12)
18. High School: Full Time Subject Head of Afrikaans
19. Life sciences (Grade 10-12 )and Natural Sciences (Grade 8-9) Teacher
20. Executive Head

Afrikaans FAL Teacher (Intermediate Phase)

School:

Northriding College

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching Afrikaans FAL.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB curriculum experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on as soon as possible.

Swim Coach

School:

Curro Durbanville

• Grade 12 (NQF 4), LTS and SSA L1
• Minimum 2 years coaching experience 

The responsibilities are:

• Programme development and growth
• Assessments and re-assessments
• Computer Literate
• Weekend coaching
• Provide administrative support
• Involvement in school swimming activities
• Dynamic, motivated person who can function in a team environment
• High attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills
• Be proactive and have ability to take initiative, think independently and not require constant supervision
• The ability to adhere to policies and procedures
• Assist coaches where needed in various coaching programmes

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

Mathematics Teacher (FET Phase)

School:

Curro Edenvale Combined

An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
Relevant experience in teaching Mathematics.
Current SACE registration.
IEB experience.
A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:
Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The succesful candidate will start on 1 July 2024.

Sport Coordinator

School:

Curro Edenvale Combined

• B ED or Post Graduate Certificate of Education.
• Sport Science qualification.
• SACE Registered.
• 2 years experience as a Sport Coordinator.
• 1+ years in sports/event coordination.
• IEB curriculum experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Sports planning and administrations.
• Coaching of sports and health and safety.
• Physical education.
• Sports events and tours.
• Staff Management.
• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 15 April 2024.

Foundation Phase Teacher

School:

Curro Secunda

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching Foundation Phase.
• Current SACE registration.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

Physical Science Teacher (FET Phase)

School:

Curro Salt Rock

• B.Sc in Education.
• Relevant experience in teaching Physical Science.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

Head of Primary School

School:

Curro Academy Parkdene Combined

• Honours degree in education (recommended) or related field.
• Minimum of 12 to 15 years’ experience in a management position at an educational institution.
• Preferably Foundation Phase AND Intersen Phase experience.
• External experience in the education sector strongly advantageous.
• Ability to lead and nurture young staff members.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.
• SASAMS experience.
• Experienced diversity manager.
• Sound and proven business acumen.
• A passion for education and children.
• Profound knowledge of the relevant phases’ curriculum.
• Current SACE registration.
• CAPS experience.
• Strategic-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Working together with the executive head and school leadership to ensure high standards of teaching and learning practice and processes.
• Performing teaching duties while being head of academics.
• Actively assisting the executive head in ensuring good professional practice, standards, and quality of teaching and learning of subject/s in the school.
• Advising and contributing to curriculum development at school and system level.
• Coordinating the teaching and learning of the curriculum prescribed by the group.
• Ensuring timely and adequate provision of textbooks, materials, and equipment required for effective teaching.
• Ensuring that the maintenance and upkeep of equipment related to learning is regularly carried out.
• Preparing specifications and budgets for the requirements of the subject-specific teaching tools and equipment, including laboratory equipment.
• Mentoring other teachers in the subject/level of their specialty.
• Holding and leading regular departmental meetings and ensuring the keeping of minutes.
• Encouraging participation in group curriculum projects.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

Head of Primary School

School:

Curro George

• Honours degree in education (recommended) or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a management position at an educational institution.
• Ability to lead and nurture young staff members.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.
• SASAMS experience.
• Experienced diversity manager.
• Sound and proven business acumen.
• A passion for education and children.
• Profound knowledge of the relevant phases’ curriculum.
• Current SACE registration.
• CAPS experience.
• Strategic-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Working together with the executive head and school leadership to ensure high standards of teaching and learning practice and processes.
• Performing teaching duties while being head of academics.
• Actively assisting the executive head in ensuring good professional practice, standards, and quality of teaching and learning of subject/s in the school.
• Advising and contributing to curriculum development at school and system level.
• Coordinating the teaching and learning of the curriculum prescribed by the group.
• Ensuring timely and adequate provision of textbooks, materials, and equipment required for effective teaching.
• Ensuring that the maintenance and upkeep of equipment related to learning is regularly carried out.
• Preparing specifications and budgets for the requirements of the subject-specific teaching tools and equipment, including laboratory equipment.
• Mentoring other teachers in the subject/level of their specialty.
• Holding and leading regular departmental meetings and ensuring the keeping of minutes.
• Encouraging participation in group curriculum projects.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 June 2024.

English HL Teacher (FET Phase)

School:

Curro Roodeplaat

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching English HL.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

Marketer

School:

Northern Academy

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in a school environment.
• Marketing or sales-related qualification.
• Time management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Service orientated.
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise work.
• Relationship building-/client service-orientated.
• Analytical ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must comply to the Curro Code of ethics and must undergo a compulsory criminal-record check.

The responsibilities are:

• Generate leads for learner enrolment. 
• Coordinate promotional events. 
• General sales and enrolment management. 
• Assist in the induction of new learners.
• Deployment of marketing materials and ensuring that a consistent approach is maintained, and that the correct and relevant materials are used.
• Brand management (including the correct use of the school CI).
• Support marketing initiatives (including securing PR and local media-relations maintained and/or built).
• Management of the school’s virtual presence: social media and website monitoring and updates in line with approved plans.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

English HL, History and LO Teacher (FET Phase)

School:

Meridian Cosmo City

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching English HL, History and Life Orientation.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

English HL Teacher (Grades 4 to 7)

School:

Curro Academy Savanna City Combined

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching English HL.
• Current SACE registration.
• CAPS curriculum experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 April 2024.

Mathematical Literacy Teacher (Grades 10 to 12)

School:

Curro Academy Savanna City Combined

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching Mathematical Literacy.
• Current SACE registration.
• CAPS experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

Afrikaans FAL Teacher (Grades 4 to 7)

School:

Curro Midrand

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching Afrikaans FAL.
• Current SACE registration
• IEB curriculum experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 April 2024.

English HL and Social Sciences Teacher (Intermediate Phase)

School:

Curro George

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching English HL and Social Sciences.
• Current SACE registration.
• CAPS curriculum experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on as soon as possible.

Head of Sport

School:

Curro Waterfall

• An appropriate qualification from a recognised institution.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar position.
• Current SACE registration.
• Leadership skills to develop the sports department.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work professionally with management, staff and parents.
• Effective sports practitioner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to identify possible problems and provide feasible solutions.
• Effective leadership qualities and ability to deliver professional advice.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Day-to-day management, control and operation of the sports department.
• Setting and ensuring the highest personal example to the department through own personal standard of attendance, behaviour and dress.
• Building and fostering excellent relationships with teachers and learners.
• Developing and fostering a positive atmosphere of teamwork within the department.
• Demonstrating a confidential manner in all aspects of work.
• Keeping up to date with coaching practice and leading forward-planning within the department.
• Establishing common standards of practice, promoting the aims and ethos of the school.
• Contributing to the school’s planning and delivery of school activities.
• Developing effective links with partner schools and the community; promoting the school.
• Undertaking professional duties of coaching and work in compliance with school policies and procedures.
• Encouraging excellence in coaching and learning, and developing and enhancing coaching practice of others.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

English HL Teacher (FET Phase)

School:

Curro Thatchfield

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• 1 to 2 years experience in teaching English HL.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

Mathematics Teacher (Grades 8 to 12)

School:

Curro Klerksdorp

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching Mathematics.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 May 2024.

High School: Full Time Subject Head of Afrikaans

School:

Curro Hillcrest

• SACE registered.
• A minimum of 7 years of IEB experience is a requirement.
• Be an appropriately qualified Afrikaans teacher.
• Having IEB matric marking experience will be a requirement.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to work well in managing and leading a team; whilst creating positive working relationships with respective role players.
• Energetic, creative, self-motivated and an innovative teacher.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, and standards of work.
• Implementing and monitoring an appropriate individualised approach to education through assessment, educational programme design and delivery, resource development, data collection and reporting.
• Have a thorough understanding of appropriate assessment standards.
• Innovative ideas, the flexibility to embrace changes in education, integrating IT into your teaching methods and a thorough understanding of the South African curriculum.
• Ensuring that planning is completed and is carried out consistently and collaboratively.
• Ensuring that the Afrikaans staff are supported in the development of their teaching and learning programmes.
• Motivating and encouraging staff to improve the quality of teaching and learning.
• Build a caring and supportive environment in which all learners will thrive.
• Ensuring that portfolio moderation takes place and that records are kept of these.
• Constructing accurate informative and timely reports to learners and their parents about learning and achievement.
• Attending Subject Head meetings and ensuring that pertinent information is shared with teachers in the department.
• Run weekly departmental meeting to ensure that all new information is cascaded and shared with staff.
• Teach extra lessons, when required.
• Be fully involved in the High School’s extramural programme.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.

The successful candidate is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the Head of the School determines. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual responsibility undertaken may not be identified. The duties outlined above are not intended as a restrictive list and may be extended or altered to include other tasks that are appropriate with the role.

The successful candidate will head up the Afrikaans department, providing the vision and leadership for the department. They will need to be flexible, have good organisational and interpersonal skills with an exemplary work ethic, drive, and attention to detail. The position will report to the Head of the High School and the Academic Head and will work in collaboration with the academic staff.

Commitment to the school’s ethos and values are essential. This position is a full time, permanent position. Curro Hillcrest has a strong Christian foundation, and the successful candidate must be willing to promote and support this foundation.

The successful candidate will start on 01 July 2024.

Life sciences (Grade 10-12 )and Natural Sciences (Grade 8-9) Teacher

School:

Curro Mossel Bay

• An appropriate academic and professional education qualification from a recognised institution.
• Relevant experience in teaching learners in this phase.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience.
• A clear criminal record.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The responsibilities are:

• Plan, control, record and report on assessments.
• Attend meetings, forums, workshops for the grades/phase as required.
• Create an educational atmosphere in the classroom.
• Take responsibility for any and all school equipment and stock of the class.
• Work closely with the teachers in the grades/phase to ensure the effective running of the grades/phase.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote teaching and learning within the class.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote activities (sport and culture) within the school.
• Manage, plan, assist and promote discipline within the grades/phase.
• Assist with sport and other admin duties as and when the need arises.

The successful candidate will start on 01 July 2024.

Executive Head

School:

Curro Nelspruit

• Honours Degree in Education (recommended) or related field.
• Eight years’ experience in a management position at an educational institution of which at least five years must be as Head of the institution.
• Knowledge of Primary and High School curriculum.
• Ability to lead and nurture young staff members.
• Excellent management & leadership skills.
• Experienced diversity manager.
• Sound and proven business acumen.
• A passion for education and children.
• Accepting and subscribing to the Christian values and ethos of the school.
• Profound knowledge of the curriculum and related matters for all phases.
• Current SACE registration.
• Strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Proven high-quality experience of business development and associated financial management.
• Meticulous administration, planning and the ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Tact, sensitivity and the ability to handle confidential material with discretion.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• High degree of personal motivation, initiative, energy, creativity and drive.
• An interest and empathy with the ethos and aims of independent education.
• Willingness to take an interest and become involved in all aspects of the life of the school.
• An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• An awareness of brand, image and style.
• Ability to inform and influence with strong and persuasive communication skills.

The successful candidate will start on 01 July 2024.

Click here to apply