Arts‑Integrated Foundation Phase Lead (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Foundation Phase Educator for a renowned Cape Town primary school. You will lead a team of Foundation Phase teachers, design an arts-integrated, CAPS-aligned curriculum, and deliver engaging lessons for Grades R-3.

You will assess progress, provide feedback, partner with parents, promote holistic development, and drive professional learning in a supportive, on-site Cape Town school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education (Foundation Phase specialization) or equivalent.
• A valid teaching qualification recognized by the SACE.
• At least 6 years of Foundation Phase teaching with demonstrated leadership.
• Proven experience integrating Creative Arts into early learning.
• CAPS knowledge for Foundation Phase and child development theories.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team effectively.
• Proficiency in modern educational technologies and interactive teaching methods.
• Proactive approach to curriculum innovation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Foundation Phase teachers, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Design and implement an arts-integrated curriculum for Foundation Phase learners.
• Develop and deliver high-quality lessons that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Conduct regular assessments of student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Create a vibrant, safe, and stimulating classroom environment encouraging exploration.
• Collaborate with parents to foster a strong home-school partnership.
• Oversee the selection and utilization of teaching resources and materials.
• Champion the school's ethos and holistic child development.
• Participate in school-wide professional development and curriculum reviews.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Assessment & feedback

Communication

Technology in education

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's in Education (Foundation Phase)

SACE teaching qualification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Foundation Phase Educator for a renowned Cape Town primary school. You will lead a team of Foundation Phase teachers, design an arts-integrated, CAPS-aligned curriculum, and deliver engaging lessons for Grades R-3.

You will assess progress, provide feedback, partner with parents, promote holistic development, and drive professional learning in a supportive, on-site Cape Town school.