ISASA Internships: Teacher Training Programme in Gauteng

Recruiter/Employer

St Stithians College – Thandulwazi Maths and Science Academy

St Stithians College is a proudly South African school that offers a distinctive educational experience, embracing diversity. Our College consists of primary and secondary boys’ and girls’ schools, together with a co-educational junior primary school. We are an independent, non-profit institution located on an expansive green campus in Sandton, Johannesburg. In addition, St Stithians incorporates Kamoka Bush School near Modimolle and the Thandulwazi Maths & Science Academy on our Campus. We are intent on inspiring excellence and making a world of difference.

Job Positions

Thandulwazi Intern-Teacher Training Programme

Are you interested in a career as a teacher? If yes, the Thandulwazi Intern-Teacher Training Programme, an initiative of the Thandulwazi Trust and St Stithians College, is offering prospective teachers an opportunity to study towards a 4-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or a 2-year Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) through long-distance learning with a public tertiary institution while gaining workplace experience at St Stithians College. This position will be available from January 2024.

Benefits

Successful candidates will be mentored by experienced educators and will have exposure to valuable professional training and work experience within an IEB school environment. Additionally, you will qualify for one or more of the following benefits, depending on your financial needs analysis:

• Payment of tuition fees and a textbook allowance
• Daily meal allowance
• Workshop/conference allowance
• A monthly stipend

Eligibility

Preference will be given to aspiring teachers who meet the following criteria:

• Passionate about studying part-time towards a 4-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) in Foundation and Intermediate Phase, Intermediate and Senior Phase, Senior and FET Phase, and a 2-year PGCE.
• Majoring in Mathematics, Sciences, Accounting, English, and African Languages.
• Either a grade 12 with Bachelor’s pass and has been admitted by a tertiary institution, already studying towards a teaching qualification with a tertiary institution, currently in Grade 12 and aspiring to study towards a teaching qualification, or has completed the undergraduate degree and aspiring to register for PGCE.
• South African citizens.

Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter
• Certified copy of ID
• Certified copies of qualifications

How to Apply

To apply, please click on the following link before the closing date of 12 May 2023: https://stithian.mcidirecthire.com/internship/external/currentopportunities

Applications received via email will not be considered. Applications must be done via the above link only.

Closing Date

The deadline for applications is 12 May 2023.

Official Contact

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.stithians.com. St Stithians College is an equal-opportunity employer and makes appointments within the context of its transformation imperatives. The College reserves the right not to proceed with this post. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. St Stithians College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognizing and accepting this disclaimer.

Job Summary

In summary, if you are a passionate aspiring teacher who meets the eligibility criteria, the ISASA Internships (Thandulwazi Intern-Teacher Training Programme) provides a valuable opportunity for you to study towards a teaching qualification while gaining work experience in an IEB school environment at St Stithians College, a prestigious independent institution located in Sandton, Johannesburg.