SOSIALE STUDIES – WAP Education 26 views

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Social Sciences or a related field from a Namibian university or a qualification recognised by the Namibian Qualifications Authority (NQA). Additionally, registration with the Teaching Council of Namibia (TCN) is mandatory before commencing teaching duties.

A typical day includes delivering curriculum-aligned lessons on topics such as Namibian history, geography, civics, and cultural studies to learners in Grades 8–12. Teachers also mark assignments, attend staff meetings, participate in learner support programmes, and engage in community-based projects aligned with WAP’s focus on holistic and values-based education.

WAP Education schools emphasise collaborative planning, learner-centred pedagogy, and integration of life skills and values—reflecting the WAP mission of holistic development. Teachers are expected to actively engage with parents and communities, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity, particularly when addressing Namibia’s diverse ethnic and linguistic contexts.

Teachers may advance to roles such as Head of Department, Curriculum Coordinator, or School-Based Support Officer, often supported by in-service training from the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MEAC) and WAP partners. Long-term growth may include leadership pathways into school management or participation in national curriculum review processes through MEAC-appointed committees.

Teachers employed directly by WAP Education schools generally receive statutory benefits including 21 days annual leave, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave in line with the Namibian Labour Act. Medical aid and pension contributions depend on the specific employment contract and whether the school operates under government partnership or NGO governance structures.

Vacancies are advertised via the WAP Education website, MEAC bulletins, and local newspapers; applications require a CV, certified academic documents, TCN registration proof, and a motivation letter highlighting experience in inclusive, context-relevant Social Studies pedagogy. Employers prioritise demonstrated classroom experience in Namibian settings, commitment to values-based education, and ability to integrate local histories and indigenous knowledge into lesson delivery.