Grade R Teacher (Primary School) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network
Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 2 days ago
Contract Education & Teaching
R29 750 – R37 250/month
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Job Description

A public high school in Johannesburg CBD needs a teacher who can hold a class and lift the marks. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Location: Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What you'll actually do

  • Set, mark and moderate formal assessment tasks for the term
  • Prepare Grade 12 learners for prelims and the NSC exams
  • Handle classroom discipline with the school's code of conduct
  • Give extra lessons to learners who are falling behind
  • Supervise break duty, sport or a cultural activity each term

Must-haves

  • A B.Ed, or a degree plus PGCE, in the phase and subject you'll teach
  • You can manage a class of 35 or more without losing control
  • Good spoken and written command of the language of teaching
  • Full SACE registration (provisional registration only for student or newly qualified teachers)
  • Sound knowledge of CAPS and the assessment policy for your phase

On offer

  • Housing allowance for SGB and state-funded posts where it applies
  • School holidays in line with the school calendar
  • Paid SACE CPTD workshops
  • Pension and medical aid for permanent posts

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Johannesburg CBD really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: SACE registration certificate plus police clearance issued in the last 6 months.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Johannesburg CBD; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Put your SACE number, phase and subjects on the first line of your CV; heads sort applications by subject first.
  • Add your matric results or pass rates for your classes if they improved; hard numbers beat adjectives.

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Job details
SalaryR29 750 – R37 250/month
Job TypeContract
LocationJohannesburg CBD, Gauteng
CategoryEducation & Teaching
Experience5+ years
Posted21 October 2026
Closing Date20 November 2026
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