Teacher Accounting and Business Studies Job

Crawford International Lonehill College, part of the ADvTECH Schools Division, is seeking a dedicated and innovative Teacher for Accounting and Business Studies. This permanent teaching job, located in Johannesburg, Gauteng, calls for a mid-senior level educator with 3-5 years of experience in both teaching and subject specialisation. If you possess a valid SACE certificate, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and are passionate about fostering future-focused skills in students within a dynamic educational environment, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. Applications are open until 25 November 2025.

Key vacancy details

• Position: Teacher Accounting and Business Studies
• Employer: ADvTECH Schools Division, specifically Crawford International Lonehill College
• Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Closing Date for Applications: 25 November 2025
• Division: Crawford International
• Business Unit: Lonehill College
• Minimum Experience Required: Mid-Senior level, with 3-5 years of teaching experience and 3-5 years of subject specialisation in Accounting and Business Studies.
• Industry: Education Management
• Functional Area: Education
• Institutional Website: Crawford International

A detailed look at the teaching role

This teaching role at Crawford International Lonehill College is far more than just imparting knowledge; it’s about shaping young minds for the future. The successful candidate will be instrumental in planning, implementing, and assessing instructional programmes in Accounting and Business Studies within a high school setting. The goal is to guide and encourage students to reach their full academic potential and prepare them comprehensively for life beyond school. Building and maintaining strong, meaningful relationships with students, parents, and peers is crucial to foster positive interactions and promote student retention within the school community.

A key aspect of this position involves creating and nurturing a learning environment and culture that fully embraces future-focused education. This means motivating, inspiring, and challenging students through a range of relevant and recognised approaches, ensuring each student experiences a personalised learning journey that maximises their personal, physical, and psycho-social development. The school values strength of character, integrity, and professionalism, expecting all staff to communicate and collaborate respectfully and openly with the entire learning community. Continuous personal inquiry, reflection, and action are encouraged, as is staying abreast of global education trends to ensure the provision of both local and global education. Empowering students by developing their agency and creating opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to master future-focused skills are central to the pedagogical approach.

The role’s principal accountabilities are divided into several key areas. Academic delivery, constituting 40% of the role, involves staying updated on future-focused educational trends and incorporating them into teaching practices aligned with Crawford Pillars. This includes implementing the school curriculum, planning engaging and differentiated lessons, utilising technology and diverse resources, setting challenging tasks, and ensuring classrooms are set up for 21st-century learning. Academic assessment and reporting account for 20% of the role, requiring continuous and systematic assessment of student progress, maintaining up-to-date records, using data for decision-making, providing timely feedback to stakeholders, and participating in moderation processes. Student behaviour management, making up 15%, focuses on establishing clear expectations through essential agreements, promoting student well-being through mentorship, and identifying learning barriers. School brand ambassadorship, also 15%, involves embodying the Crawford International mission and DNA, acting as a role model, assisting with extra-curricular activities, promoting the school’s reputation, contributing to professional development, and monitoring student conduct. Finally, 10% of the role is dedicated to administration, including planning excursions, maintaining learning spaces, managing inventory, assisting with substitutions, and adhering to school policies.

How to apply

• Review the full advertisement on the ISASA website.
• Click on the provided link to be redirected to the ADvTECH Career Portal: Click here to apply.
• If you do not have an existing account on the ADvTECH portal, you will need to register on their website to submit your application.
• Ensure all required documents, including your Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) and PGCE/HDE or B.Education with specialisation, valid SACE certificate, and Police Clearance, are ready for submission.
• Applications close on 25 November 2025.

Q&a for potential candidates

• Q: What qualifications are absolutely essential for this teaching job?

  A: You must hold a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) along with a PGCE/HDE or a B.Education [FET/GET] specifically in the subjects you will teach, at the correct level. A valid SACE certificate and police clearance are also mandatory.
• Q: How much teaching experience is required?

  A: The minimum requirement is 3-5 years of teaching experience, coupled with 3-5 years of specialisation in Accounting and Business Studies.

• Q: Are there any desired qualifications or experiences that would make me a preferred candidate?

  A: Yes, familiarity with the IB curriculum and an enquiry-based approach to teaching, IEB teaching experience (including matric marking), and a First Aid certification are highly desired.

• Q: What kind of teaching philosophy does Crawford International Lonehill College embrace?

  A: The school champions a future-focused educational approach that prioritises personalised learning journeys, critical thinking, student agency, and the development of 21st-century skills. They also integrate the “Crawfordology” philosophy into behaviour management.

• Q: How important is technology in the classroom at this school?

  A: Very important. The role explicitly mentions enriching teaching and learning through frequent use of technology and ensuring the effective deployment of classroom technology to enhance learning.

• Q: What are the expectations regarding professional development?

  A: Lifelong learning is a core expectation. Educators are expected to continuously undertake personal inquiry, reflection, and action to inform their practice, stay abreast of global education trends, and be readily available to attend appropriate development and training.

• Q: What leadership competencies are looked for if I wish to grow within the school?

  A: For those aspiring to management and leadership roles, proficiency in commercial aptitude, strategic thinking, execution, customer orientation, collaborative relationships, decision-making, capability building, performance leadership, and interpersonal effectiveness is valued.

• Q: What qualities should I highlight in my application to stand out?

  A: Emphasise your planning and organisation skills, exceptional interpersonal abilities, professional presentation, high emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and a proven track record of managing professional relationships maturely. If you’re passionate about making a real difference in education, this is one of those teaching jobs that offers significant scope for growth, so highlight your passion.

• Q: Is there a specific culture or “DNA” at Crawford International that I should be aware of?

  A: Yes, candidates are expected to know and demonstrate the Crawford International mission statement and embrace the “Crawford International DNA,” acting as a role model with regard to work ethic, attitude, and professionalism.

• Q: How can I best prepare for an interview for this role?

  A: Research Crawford International’s educational philosophy and values thoroughly. Be ready to discuss how your teaching methods align with future-focused education, personalised learning, and the integration of technology. Prepare examples of how you’ve fostered student agency and critical thinking, and how you build strong relationships with students and parents.