TRAFFIC Western Cape

Art Teacher: Grades 4-12

Evolve Studio

Job Description

Simond Private School is seeking a dynamic and passionate Art Teacher to inspire and guide learners across Grades 4-12. This role involves delivering high-quality instruction within the CAPS and IEB frameworks.

The ideal candidate is a committed educator who combines strong subject expertise with innovative teaching methods, effectively integrating technology to enhance learning. Beyond the classroom, the teacher plays a vital role in learner development, assessment, and meaningful engagement with parents and colleagues.

This position calls for a values-driven professional who demonstrates integrity and resilience, and actively contributes to the broader school community through co-curricular involvement and collaborative teamwork.

Commencement date: 21 July or asap thereafter.

Minimum Requirements
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Art Education (Afrikaans and English) or equivalent.
  • SACE registration - essential.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' teaching experience in Art Education (IEB experience advantageous).
  • Strong classroom management and learner engagement skills.
  • Proficient in integrating technology into teaching.
  • Police clearance and clearance from the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO).
  • Commitment to Simond Private School's Christian ethos and educational philosophy.
Beneficial, in addition to Minimum Requirements
  • 5+ years' experience.
  • Experience in working with parents is advantageous.
  • Co-curricular activities, example Sport.
Required Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong academic Art knowledge.
  • Accurate record keeping.
  • Report writing and data analysis.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • AI skills.
Personality Traits
  • Honest and trustworthy. Reliable and consistent.
  • Values-driven with high integrity, professionalism and discretion.
  • Creative.
  • Analytical and detail-oriented but reliable and deadline-focused.
  • Positive team player.
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented and service-oriented.
  • Empathetic but firm.
  • Adaptable and resilient when under pressure.
Behavioural Indicators
  • Service oriented.
  • Attention to detail and creative.
  • Accuracy.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Team spirit.

About This Role

Career insights for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School positions

Salary Benchmark
R31,435/month
R21,408 to R48,229/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
Speaking Active Listening Instructing Learning Strategies Reading Comprehension
Common Technologies
C# (.NET 7.0) jQuery 3.7 Perl 5.36 Various (Google Docs, Microsoft 365, Notion) Google Docs (Google Workspace) Microsoft Word (Microsoft 365) Apache Kafka Go 1.20