English Teacher

Whether you are a seasoned English Teacher or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Johannesburg. The team hires on merit and across communities in Gauteng.

Overview

An experienced English Teacher is needed to support operations in Johannesburg. The role forms part of how the business keeps its teaching jobs portfolio strong in Gauteng.

The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Johannesburg team on trust, and the English Teacher role will feel that from week one.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the teaching jobs group in Johannesburg.

Where You’ll Work

Notably, the environment is school-based, with structured timetables, a strong focus on learner well-being and a culture of professional collaboration across phases and subjects.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Gauteng. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

On top of that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Based in Johannesburg

Equally, the role is based in Johannesburg, near the Midrand technology hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Johannesburg and the broader Gauteng region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Johannesburg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Johannesburg.

Daily Duties

• Manage classroom resources, learner materials and digital platforms
• Maintain accurate mark sheets, attendance and learner profile records
• Integrate technology and active-learning strategies into lessons
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on learner progress
• Contribute to the school’s enrichment programmes and community outreach
• Participate in subject moderation and departmental planning meetings

Candidate Profile

• Current SACE registration or proof of application
• Strong collaboration with phase, subject and pastoral teams
• Empathy, patience and a genuine love of teaching
• Clear criminal record and child-protection clearance
• Working knowledge of the CAPS curriculum and assessment policies

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.