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FET English Home Language Teacher Grades 8 – 12 | Radley Private School | Randburg, Johannesburg Full-time | On-site | SACE Registered Job purpose Radley Private School is looking for a caring, experienced and enthusiastic FET-qualified English Home Language educator who is passionate about developing confident communicators, critical thinkers and independent young adults. At Radley, education extends beyond academic achievement.
We combine strong academics with entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, problem-solving and real-world learning. Our smaller classes enable educators to understand their learners as individuals and provide the focused support and challenge each learner needs to progress. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging English Home Language lessons across the FET Phase , with a strong focus on Grades 10–12, IEB assessment requirements and examination preparation.
The educator will develop learners’ competence and confidence across literature, language, comprehension, writing, oral communication and critical analysis. The role includes lesson preparation, assessment, evaluation and reporting on learner academic progress, intervention where learning gaps are identified, and comprehensive academic record keeping in accordance with school, IEB, Department of Education and legislative requirements.
We are looking for an educator who wants to make a meaningful impact in a deliberately small, progressive and entrepreneurial school environment. Key responsibilities Teach English Home Language in the FET Phase , including Grades 8–12, and foster purposeful and measurable progression in learning. Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous lessons aligned with the CAPS curriculum and applicable IEB requirements.
Prepare learners effectively for internal assessments, examinations and the Grade 12 IEB National Senior Certificate examination. Develop learners’ competence in: English language and grammar; comprehension and critical reading; prescribed literature, including novels, drama and poetry; literary analysis and contextual questions; creative writing; transactional writing; visual literacy; oral communication, prepared and impromptu speaking; and critical thinking and interpretation.
Employ appropriate teaching and intervention strategies to improve learner performance and achieve agreed academic outcomes each term. Adapt teaching approaches to accommodate different learning needs, abilities and levels of academic performance. Prepare lessons taking into account curriculum requirements, subject developments, new teaching methodologies, assessment practices, technology and relevant real-world contexts.
Encourage learners to develop an appreciation for language, literature and communication and to confidently express and defend their ideas. Develop learners’ ability to communicate effectively in academic, professional, entrepreneurial and everyday contexts. Plan, coordinate, administer, assess, evaluate and report on learner academic progress. Analyse assessment results and use performance data to identify learning gaps and implement appropriate academic interventions.
Provide additional academic support and extra lessons where learning needs are identified. Set high-quality tests, examinations, assignments, projects and other assessment activities in accordance with curriculum and IEB requirements. Prepare accurate marking guidelines and memoranda and ensure that assessments meet the appropriate cognitive and academic standards. Maintain and administer the prescribed School-Based Assessment (SBA) programme and ensure that all assessment evidence is complete, accurate and appropriately stored.
Moderate test and examination papers, assessment tasks and memoranda internally and, where required, externally. Ensure accurate and up-to-date learner attendance, assessment results, academic records and supporting documentation are captured within prescribed deadlines. Maintain co