Lead STEM Mentor – Regional centre

Contract Period: April 2026 – December 2026 
Type: Fixed-Term Part Time 
Time commitment: Approximately 7 – 10 hours per week
Monthly income: R10 000.00 per month cost to company
Quarterly incentive: R4 000.00 per quarter, subject to completion of deliverables and performance requirements.
Applications close: 13 March 2026 at 12h00

Engen Maths & Science Schools Programme (EMSS) Project - Energising Minds for Africa’s Future

Are you a strong Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or English educator who wants to extend your impact beyond your classroom?

Do you want to mentor high-potential learners, coordinate a regional STEM centre, and be part of a nationally recognised programme backed by Engen?

The Engen Maths & Science Schools Programme (EMSS) is recruiting Lead STEM Mentors to anchor Regional Centres across the country.

About the programme:

EMSS supports high-potential learners in Mathematics and Physical Sciences through:

• In-person learner onboarding
• Weekly rotating consultation sessions
• Benchmark assessments
• A digital learning campus
• Specialized workbooks in Mathematics and Physical Sciences
• Structured assignment tracking
• In-person Winter School and exam preparation
• Annual awards and recognition ceremonies
  
  

Each Regional Centre is led by one committed mentor responsible for ensuring structure, accountability and learner progression.

About the role:

You will serve as the academic anchor for your assigned centre.

1.      Weekly in-person academic support

• Deliver one 2-hour consultation session each week.
• Rotate between feeder schools in your region.
• Mentor learners on how to approach their learning and how to develop academic discipline and positive learning habits.
• Facilitate peer-to-peer learning.

2.      Digital monitoring and learner accountability

• Track assignment completion on the digital campus.
• Identify learners who are falling behind.
• Follow up and provide structured support.
• Encourage and celebrate strong performance.
  
  

3.      Centre coordination

• Coordinate venues with participating schools.
• Administer and invigilate benchmark assessments.
• Support onboarding, Winter School and awards events.
• Represent the programme professionally in your region.
  
  

4.      Structured reporting

• Maintain attendance registers and session documentation.
• Submit weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Escalate academic or attendance concerns.
  
  

Minimum criteria:

You need the following skills, qualifications and experience to apply:

• A qualified B. Ed or PGCE (FET Phase) educator.
• Permanent and valid SACE registration.
• Specialised in Mathematics, Physical Sciences or English language (HL/FAL).
• With at least 3 years of FET teaching experience.
• A clear criminal record and clear Child Protection Register screening result.
• Organised, reliable and disciplined.
• Comfortable using digital tools (both software and hardware)
• Able to travel weekly within your assigned region (own vehicle required).
• A personal cellular device capable of running WhatsApp.
• Able to coordinate events and manage logistics professionally.
• Experience mentoring high-performing learners is an advantage.
• We are looking for educators who value consistency, structure and measurable progress.
• You must have express permission from your existing employer to take on after-hours / additional work opportunities.

What you gain and project support:

You will receive the following:

• A fixed monthly stipend.
• Termly performance incentives.
• Travel reimbursement (AA rate for long-distance travel exceeding 100km round trip).
• Technology tools with which to complete function for the duration of the programme.
• Exposure to blended learning models.
• Participation in a nationally recognised STEM initiative.
• Professional visibility within your region.
• The opportunity to be part of a modern, data-driven education ecosystem focused on measurable academic outcomes.

Standards and accountability:

This is a structured programme.  Performance is measured through:

• Session delivery (not missing sessions)
• Reporting compliance
• Attendance submission
• Required documentation and compliance activities
• This is a high-trust, high-standard environment.

Why this role matters:

As a Lead STEM Mentor, you will:

• Strengthen Mathematics and Science performance.
• Support high-potential learners beyond the classroom.
• Reinforce discipline and academic confidence.

Contribute to a 30-year legacy STEM programme.

Regional centres:  

As a Lead STEM Mentor, you will be responsible for one of the following centers:

• Gauteng: Johannesburg area
• Kwa-Zulu Natal: Durban South area
• Eastern Cape: Port Elizabeth area
• Western Cape: Cape Town area

How to apply:

Your application must contain:

• Your updated CV
• Your SACE registration number and certificate
• A cover letter (maximum 1 page – to be completed and submitted on this application web page once you've clicked the "Apply" button) answering:
  • How will you ensure learners remain engaged and accountable throughout the programme year?
  • How do you manage consistent follow-up when learners fall behind on assignments?
  • How will you balance this role alongside your existing professional responsibilities?
  • Why are you interested in mentoring high-potential Mathematics and Science learners beyond normal classroom teaching?