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The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls which is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter, CV with names of three contactable references, copy of the highest qualification(s) and the copy of identity. Interested candidates must register their profile at www.pnet.co.za.
Starting Date | Hiring Department | This Position Reports to | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
June 1, 2026 | Academics | Head of First Additional Languages | Info not provided |
The Academy invites enthusiastic and hardworking candidates who are either completing their teaching qualifications this year through a recognised tertiary institution or in their third year of study to apply. Interns will be required to commit
to a full academic day, which will include observation, preparation, lesson presentation, involvement in the co-curricular programme, etc.
The Intern will also be expected to provide high-quality pastoral care to students and to take pride and ownership in the good running and presentation of the residence to which they are allocated. In collaboration with the Matron, the Assistant Matron, the House Mistress and the Head of Boarding, the incumbent must play a parental role to the learners. The successful candidate must be able to work with other colleagues within the Academy including Psychologists, Social Workers, Nurses, Catering Staff, the Uniform Controller, Administration, Facilities Management and Extramural & Sports Coordinators.
● A Matric certificate.
● Applicants must be in their 3rd or 4th year of studying towards a degree
in education or a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education through
correspondence in 2026. Proof of registration will be required.
● Proof of provisional registration with SACE will serve as an advantage.
Only Applicants with these Teaching Subjects will be considered:
● FAL subjects: Afrikaans and Sesotho
Due to the nature of this position, the successful incumbent will be required
to:
● Work shifts; and
● Live on the Academy premises while on Academy duty.
● Must be willing to participate fully in the school’s extramural programme.
● Have a passion for learning and see themselves working towards a
permanent career in teaching.
● Actively seek to develop professionally in a school environment that is
committed to providing quality education.
● Ability to build and maintain effective and productive working
relationships.
● Possess a strong work ethic.
● Have a positive outlook and an open mind.
● Excellent communication skills.
● Excellent time management and organizational skills.
● Leadership skills and modelling.
● Good report writing skills.
● Fully computer literate.
● Ability to multi-task.
● Ability to use own judgement and discretion.
● Ability to listen and relate to each student.
● Ability to fully participate in the school’s extramural programme.
● Demonstrate high levels of professionalism, competency and initiative.
● Act with the highest integrity and uphold the Academy’s standards and
values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility and
Accountability) at all times.
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