Foundation Phase Literacy Educator (Hybrid)

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a progressive primary school in Welkom, Free State, to hire a Foundation Phase Educator specializing in literacy development. The role combines in-class teaching with hybrid planning and administrative duties to foster early reading, writing, and language skills.

The successful candidate will hold a Foundation Phase education degree, have at least three years of literacy experience, and be adept at CAPS-aligned instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education with Foundation Phase specialization.
• Recognized teaching qualification.
• Minimum 3 years in Foundation Phase focusing on literacy.
• Proven early literacy strategies and programs.
• Strong knowledge of CAPS for Foundation Phase.
• Excellent understanding of child development.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver literacy lessons for Foundation Phase.
• Develop activities to promote reading, phonics, vocabulary, writing, and comprehension.
• Create inclusive classroom environment promoting love of learning.
• Assess literacy progress through observation and formative assessments.
• Provide individual and small-group literacy support.
• Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and parents.
• Maintain records of attendance, progress, behavior.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Incorporate technology and creative teaching methods.
• Adhere to CAPS guidelines.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education (Foundation Phase)

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a progressive primary school in Welkom, Free State, to hire a Foundation Phase Educator specializing in literacy development. The role combines in-class teaching with hybrid planning and administrative duties to foster early reading, writing, and language skills.

The successful candidate will hold a Foundation Phase education degree, have at least three years of literacy experience, and be adept at CAPS-aligned instruction.