Mathematics Teacher
African Leadership Academy
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Posted 13 October 2025 - Closing Date 24
October 2025
ABOUT US
Since 2008, African Leadership Academy (ALA) has sought to
identify, develop and connect the most promising young leaders on the African
continent, organising them into a powerful community of ethical and effective
collaborative action. More than 17 years into the journey, the organisation has
built a powerful track record of impact. Our campus community serves 250+ young
leaders from across the continent each year. Our pan-African programs in
entrepreneurship and impactful careers serve hundreds more. Through these young
leaders, we are already impacting thousands of Africans as we pursue a vision
of lasting peace and shared prosperity.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
At African Leadership Academy (ALA), our vision is to
develop the next generation of African Leaders. As a Mathematics Teacher at
African Leadership Academy, you will be responsible for promoting the Vision,
Mission, Values, and Aims of the school to support students to become leaders.
ALA employs the tools of critical inquiry, design thinking,
and experiential learning to develop a generation of entrepreneurial leaders
for Africa and the world. As a Mathematics Teacher, you will develop and
deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire students to explore the
world of mathematics. You will work closely with other faculty members to
create a dynamic and supportive learning environment that fosters intellectual
curiosity and academic excellence.
At ALA, we recognize that nurturing the whole individual is
paramount to shaping future leaders who are not only intellectually adept but
also compassionate and socially responsible. In this role, you will be
responsible for fostering a supportive and inclusive community where students
feel empowered to explore their identities, navigate challenges, and build
meaningful connections with peers and mentors. Through personalized guidance,
mentorship initiatives, and engaging programming, we provide a safe and nurturing
space for students to develop the social and emotional skills essential for
success in today’s interconnected world.
As a Mathematics Teacher, you will be committed to
collaborating with students, faculty, and families to create a vibrant and
inclusive community that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual to
reach their full potential.
Together, we uphold the values of integrity, excellence,
compassion, curiosity, diversity, and humility, fostering an environment where
each student feels valued, supported, and inspired to make a positive impact in
their communities and beyond.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching
- Teach
students according to their educational needs, including the personalized
planning and marking of work to be carried out by each student in
accordance with school policy.
- Set
appropriate, realistic yet demanding expectations for each student's
learning, building on their prior attainment/knowledge.
- Ensure
that the seven traits are reflected in the learning experience of
students.
- Assess,
record, and report on the attendance, progress, development, and
attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
- Ensure
a high-quality learning experience for students that meets internal and
external quality standards.
- Use a
variety of delivery methods which will stimulate learning appropriate to
the student's needs and demands of the syllabus.
- Track
student progress and use information to inform teaching and learning.
- Maintain
discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures, and encourage good
practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, appearance, and standards
of work.
Planning and preparation
- Assist
in the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work,
marking policies, and teaching strategies in the curriculum area and
department.
- Contribute
to the curriculum area and department’s development plan and its
implementation.
- Plan
and prepare carefully differentiated courses, lessons, and resources that
follow the school’s approach to curriculum design and implementation.
- Contribute
to the whole school’s planning activities.
- Assist
the Head of Mathematics and Director of Teaching and Learning in ensuring
that the curriculum area provides a range of teaching that complements the
school’s strategic objectives.
- Assist
in the process of curriculum development and change so as to ensure the
continued relevance to the needs of students, examining and awarding
bodies, and the school’s mission and strategic objectives.
Co-Curricular activities
- Lead
one co-curricular activity to support the holistic development of
students.
Student success/advisory
You may serve as a faculty advisor for up to 12 students as
they navigate the transformative journey of academic, personal, and social
growth.
In this role, you will be expected to:
- Promote
the general progress and well-being of all students, but particularly
those within the designated Advisory Group.
- Liaise
with the Student Success Team and Heads of Year to ensure the
implementation of the school’s student support system.
- Evaluate
and monitor the progress of students and keep up-to-date student records
as may be required.
- Contribute
to the preparation of individual education plans, progress files, and
other reports.
- Alert
the appropriate staff to problems experienced by students and make
recommendations as to how these may be resolved.
- Apply
the school’s behaviour management and safeguarding systems effectively and
accurately.
- Communicate
effectively with the parents of students as appropriate.
- Where
appropriate, communicate and cooperate with persons or bodies outside the
school.
- Follow
agreed policies for communications in the school.
- Take
part in community activities, including, but not limited to, parents’
conferences, open days, and parental workshops.
Staff development and growth
- Ensure
continual professional development through the identification and
implementation of your own Personal Development Plan
- Take
part in the school’s staff development programme by participating in
arrangements for further training and professional development.
- Continue
your own professional development in the relevant areas, including subject
knowledge, teaching methods, and curriculum-based training provided by
examination boards.
- Engage
actively in the performance management review process.
- Contribute
to the process of monitoring and evaluation of the curriculum
area/department in line with agreed school procedures, including
evaluation against quality standards and performance criteria.
- To
seek/implement modification and improvement where required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION CRITERIA
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree.
- Qualification
in education.
- Minimum
3 years of teaching experience.
- Required
experience in the Cambridge curriculum or equivalent.
- Experience
in international education.
- Previous
experience working with students for whom English is not their first
language.
- Ability
to teach A Level Computer Science is an added advantage.
COMPETENCIES:
Technical competencies:
- Must
be SACE accredited.
- Proven
track record in teaching Cambridge.
- Safeguarding,
child protection, and compliance experience.
- Knowledge
of the rapidly changing sector internationally.
Generic Competencies
- A
clear understanding of the needs of older teenagers and their
developmental stages.
- Ability
to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of older
teenagers.
- ALA is
academically rigorous. All staff need to be comfortable guiding highly
able students, supporting their progress to the world’s best universities.
- The
ability to work with other subject areas to “blend” student learning.
- The
ability to facilitate learning in older students.
- Effective
communication and engagement with children and their families.
- Open
to exploring innovative approaches from across the educational field.
Attributes
- Uphold
the values and ethos of the school by actively promoting an emotionally
secure, warm, stimulating, and safe environment appropriate to the needs
of the individual pupils and their families.
- A
commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Professionalism
and consideration of the well-being of children.
- Respect
for all members of the community, irrespective of position, gender, age,
ethnicity, and sexual orientation.
- A
positive, resilient, and solution-focused attitude to working life.
- A
flexible approach and a willingness to get involved wherever needed.
Report to: Head of Department, Mathematics and
Computer Science
Job Location: ALA Campus, Honeydew, Johannesburg
Start date: 01 January 2026
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