About ALA

Since 2008, African Leadership Academy (ALA) has sought to identify, develop and connect the most promising young leaders on the African continent. Our learning community serves 260 young leaders aged 16-19. Students spend two years at the academy engaging in the knowledge, skills, habits and mindsets that will accelerate their trajectories of ethical and effective leadership. ALA is a learning community committed to leadership development through authentic practice, academic rigor and intentional community. ALA also seeks to become a learning organisation, invested in deliberate, continuous improvement.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking an exceptional and dedicated Humanities Teacher to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic educator who thrives in a diverse, student-centred learning environment and is committed to holistic education and leadership development.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

1. Teaching

• Teach one or more CAIE subjects (Economics, Business Studies, Geography, History, Drama, English Language or Literature).
• Teach African Studies (Year One and/or Two).
• Plan and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons that align with ALA values and academic expectations.
• Track and assess student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Promote classroom discipline and uphold high academic and behavioural standards.

2. Curriculum & Planning

• Develop syllabi, schemes of work, and assessments in alignment with school and exam board requirements.
• Contribute to curriculum design, especially within African Studies and the Humanities Department.

3. Student Advisory & Support

• Act as a Faculty Advisor for up to 12 students, supporting academic and personal development.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and collaborate with the Student Success Team.
• Monitor student wellbeing and academic progress, implementing interventions where necessary.

4. Co-Curricular Engagement

• Lead at least one co-curricular activity to support the holistic growth of students.
• Participate in periodic evening, weekend, and holiday programming.

5. Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing training and performance reviews.

 Person Specification:

Skills and Behaviours

• Commitment to ALA’s mission and values.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Innovative and reflective teaching practice.
• A flexible, proactive, and collaborative attitude.
• Organisational, administrative and IT skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Education or a relevant Humanities discipline.
• 2–5 years of high school-level teaching experience and delivering the Cambridge curriculum or equivalent.
• Experience teaching one or more Humanities subjects.
• Experience working in diverse, inclusive school environments.
• Experience teaching students in the 16 – 19 age range.

Location: ALA Campus, Johannesburg, South Africa

Reporting to: HoD - Humanities

Start Date: August 2025

Please note:

• African Leadership Academy reserves the right to make an appointment or withdraw this advertisement at its sole discretion.
• If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.