Bilingual Foundation Phase Educator – Afrikaans & English

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a highly proficient Bilingual Educator fluent in Afrikaans and English to teach foundation phase learners. The role emphasizes early literacy, dual-language development, and a nurturing classroom environment within a hybrid work arrangement.

The ideal candidate will hold a Foundation Phase teaching qualification (B.Ed./PGCE), demonstrate native or near-native fluency in both languages, and have experience with young learners.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Afrikaans and English, both written and spoken.
• Experience teaching Foundation Phase learners.
• Understanding of early childhood development and pedagogical best practices.
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Afrikaans and English for foundation phase students.
• Develop age-appropriate curriculum activities promoting literacy, numeracy, and holistic development.
• Assess student progress through observation, participation, and formal/informal evaluations.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that supports diverse learning needs.
• Manage classroom behaviour to ensure a productive learning atmosphere.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and well‑being.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop school-wide educational strategies.
• Use varied teaching methods and resources to cater to different learning styles.
• Maintain accurate student records and progress reports.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development activities.

Skills

Bilingual Afrikaans-English

Foundation Phase teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adapt teaching methods

Education

B.Ed./PGCE with Foundation Phase specialization

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a highly proficient Bilingual Educator fluent in Afrikaans and English to teach foundation phase learners. The role emphasizes early literacy, dual-language development, and a nurturing classroom environment within a hybrid work arrangement.

The ideal candidate will hold a Foundation Phase teaching qualification (B.Ed./PGCE), demonstrate native or near-native fluency in both languages, and have experience with young learners.