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Een van die toonaangewende privaatskole in Namibië

Job Summary

Type: full-time
Location: Windhoek
Category: Education
Closing Date: 2026-09-01

Key Responsibilities

Onderrigmedium in Engels en Afrikaans

Requirements

Toepaslike graad of onderwyskwalifikasie

How to Apply

Aansoeke moet vergesel wees van gepaste CV en afskrifte van kwalifikasies.
Voorkeur sal aan Namibiese burgers / werkspermithouers gegee word.
Aansoeke kan gerig word aan: Kobus Espach, kobus@wap.edu.na. Telefoone navrae: 0812406747. Sluitingsdatum 1 Sep 2026. Aanstelling vanaf: 1 Januarie 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications are required to teach Afrikaans as an Additional Language in Namibian schools?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree with Afrikaans as a teaching subject, or a relevant undergraduate degree plus a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with Afrikaans specialisation. The Namibian Qualifications Authority (NQA) and the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture require all teachers to be registered with the Teaching Council of Namibia (TCN).

What does a typical day look like for an Afrikaans Additional Language teacher in a Namibian public or private school?

Daily duties include preparing and delivering lessons aligned with the Namibian National Curriculum (NCC), assessing learners using CAPS-aligned tools, and participating in school-based assessments and learner support programmes. Teachers also attend staff meetings, engage in co-curricular activities like language clubs, and collaborate with colleagues on multilingual teaching strategies common in Namibia’s diverse classrooms.

How does workplace culture and professional expectations differ for Afrikaans teachers in Namibia compared to other countries?

Namibian schools emphasise respect for hierarchy, punctuality, and community engagement — teachers are often expected to participate in parent-teacher associations and school development committees. Multilingual sensitivity is essential, as educators regularly navigate interactions among learners speaking Oshiwambo, Otjiherero, English, Afrikaans, and other local languages in both urban and rural settings.

What career progression opportunities exist for Afrikaans Additional Language teachers in Namibia?

Teachers can advance to roles such as Senior Teacher, Head of Department (Afrikaans), or School-Based Support Officer through experience, further study (e.g., Honours or Master’s in Education), and TCN-accredited leadership training. Some transition into curriculum advisory roles with the Ministry or join institutions like the University of Namibia’s School of Education as lecturers or resource developers.

What benefits — such as leave, medical aid, and pension — can I expect as an Afrikaans Additional Language teacher employed by the Namibian government or accredited private schools?

Government-employed teachers receive 30 days annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave per the Labour Act, and contribute to the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF). Private schools vary, but accredited institutions typically offer medical aid schemes, at least 22 days’ annual leave, and may provide GIPF or private pension options depending on employment terms.

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