Michaelhouse: Teacher Internship Programme 2021

Michaelhouse is looking for motivated young people, who are currently working towards a career in teaching, to join our intern programme. We would like to invite applications for our Teacher-Intern programme commencing in January 2022.

Full involvement in all aspects of school life is expected, including:

• Teaching practice and assisting in the classroom
• Involvement in pastoral care, for example: boarding house, tutoring and bus duties
• Sports coaching
• Assisting with Clubs and Societies
• Being actively involved in our community outreach projects

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Prospective interns should be 21 years or older and currently studying a Bachelor of Education degree or another degree with the aim of studying a PGCE.
• Preference will be given to potential interns who wish to teach the following subjects: Maths, Physical Science, IT, English, EGD, Afrikaans and / or Economics
• Experience in coaching school sport would be an advantage

Competencies:

• A desire to make a career of teaching, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning
• As Michaelhouse is a boys’ boarding school and interns are required to live in the boarding houses, preference will be given to male candidates
• Alignment with the Christian values and ethos of the school
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• A clear criminal clearance certificate
• SACE Registration will be required during the year, if not already obtained