Teach The Nation (TTN) recruits a network of exceptional leaders who want to address the inequity that characterises our current public education system. Through our two-year scholarship, our leaders will bring change to their communities and the greater South African Education space. As part of our program, you will develop yourself as a professional leader through our Conscious Leadership (CL) and High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) needed to change learners lives in high-need schools. You are the Change Maker in classrooms and communities!
TTN invites Newly Qualified Educators (NQTs) who are eager to be Change Makers and create a lasting impact to apply for our fully funded scholarship. This programme is designed to positively influence learners’ lives by equipping educators with core leadership and teaching skills.
Requirements
- You have a passion for influencing school culture, demonstrating leadership, and making a positive impact in your school community.
- You graduated within the past year with a Bachelor of Education degree or a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
- You are between the ages of 22 – 35 years
- You are qualified to teach in one or more of the following phases: Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, or Further Education and Training (FET)
- You are qualified to teach one or more of the following subjects:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
- Languages (Home and First Additional Languages)
- IT, Coding and Robotics
- You are based in the Western Cape and willing to teach in a rural, township, or urban Schools
- You are a Registered South African citizen
- You are SACE Registered or in the process of registering
Attributes
- Teamwork
- Curiosity and Creativity
- Motivation and Self Awareness
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Leadership and social influence
Benefits
- Be part of a fully funded, two-year leadership development scholarship, where a dedicated coach will work with you and your school to support your growth and ensure your success.
- Develop core leadership skills and adopt a holistic approach to teaching.
- Receive support in applying for and securing teaching placement opportunities.
- Earn a Leadership Certificate upon successful completion of the two-year scholarship.
- Benefit from continuous professional development and alumni networking after completing the programme.
- Our programme is SACE accredited.
For more details about these benefits and to read our impact stories, please visit our website: www.teachthenation.org
Teach The Nation Leadership Development Scholarship Programme Overview (Once Placed at a school)
- Two 30-minute individual coaching sessions per month
- One virtual Community of Practice (COP) session per school term.
- One classroom observation per term to develop and refine teaching strategies.
- Ongoing monitoring through sharing of learner academic results and progress.
- Participation in surveys involving Fellows, Learners, Principals, and other stakeholders.
- Design and/or strengthen Community Impact Projects.
- Attend our Summer Institute at the beginning of 2026 during the school holidays (exact dates to be confirmed).
Please note: This scholarship does not include any formal examinations but does require full commitment, active participation, and completion of all assignments and skills development pathways.
After successfully completing the two-year programme, you will join our Alumni Network – a growing community of passionate teacher-leaders across South Africa. Ready to Make a Difference?
We invite passionate graduates to apply for our scholarship and help us deliver quality education to every child in South Africa – regardless of their socio-economic background.
