Blended Learning Facilitator (Fp) - Spark Theresa Park - Region - 2024

SPARK Schools; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and innovative organization dedicated to transforming education in South Africa. As a blended learning facilitator, you'll play a crucial role in fostering student achievement through personalized learning experiences. This position offers the chance to work in a tech-driven environment that values creativity and collaboration, providing you with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about making a social impact and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Above-average annual leave

Life, disability, and funeral cover

Employee wellness support

Educational support and study leave

Professional development and mentorship

Employee discount on school fees

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and a clear criminal record are essential.
• Studying towards a PGCE in the Foundation Phase is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive culture around online learning and tutoring.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop individualized learning plans.
• Maintain high behavioral expectations and report hardware issues.

Skills

Fluent in English

Basic computer skills

Ability to work with primary school-aged children

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

Part-time PGCE in Foundation Phase

Tools

Educational software

Job description

About SPARK Schools :

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SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor leading change in education through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation via Africa’s first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and equips teachers to serve students effectively.

The blended learning model combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allowing teachers to anticipate student needs and deliver personalized education affordably. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative model to ensure accessible university and career opportunities for all.

Our culture emphasizes collaboration, as we believe that leading global education in South Africa requires a team effort. We are innovators committed to excellence, persistence, and a sense of urgency to achieve our vision, mission, and social objectives. Our environment is vibrant, cheerful, fast-paced, engaging, tech-enabled, and data-driven.

SPARK Schools is a high-growth, mission-driven, entrepreneurial organization operating 21 primary and 5 high schools, serving over 15,500 families in 2024. We seek dynamic individuals to join our team.

Reports To : Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role :

Blended learning facilitators in the foundation phase drive student achievement by managing the Learning Lab, SPARK’s innovative computer lab. They work directly with students in various settings to provide academic interventions in literacy and maths, fostering a culture of rigorous and engaging learning experiences.

Responsibilities :

1. Create a positive student culture around online learning and small group tutoring, maintaining high behavioral expectations.
2. Coach students on computer programs and ensure effective use of educational software.
3. Create and submit lesson plans for tutoring sessions.
4. Tutor small groups in literacy and maths skills.
5. Submit bi-weekly reports on ST Maths.
6. Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop individualized learning plans.
7. Implement SPARK culture and behavior management strategies.
8. Incorporate SPARK SEL curriculum with scholars.
9. Use and store Learning Lab resources responsibly.
10. Report hardware damages and fill incident reports as needed.
11. Maintain an updated asset list of hardware in the Learning Lab.
12. Participate in staff development opportunities.
13. Be prepared to cover classes as needed.
14. Conduct oneself professionally at all SPARK Schools events and interactions.

Requirements

Qualifications :

• Fluent in English.
• Clear criminal record.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Studying part-time towards a PGCE in the Foundation Phase, in their 3rd or 4th year, aiming to become a qualified teacher.

Experience :

• Experience working with primary school-aged children.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technology.

Skills and Mindset :

• Desire to thrive in a vibrant, tech-driven environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.
• Passion for contributing to a social impact organization leading educational change in South Africa.
• Commitment to continuous learning with opportunities for professional growth.
• Ability and enthusiasm to deliver high-quality transformational education at affordable fees.

Values : Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness

Benefits

SPARK offers :

• Fair market-linked remuneration
• Performance-based bonuses and increases
• Above-average annual leave
• Life, disability, and funeral cover
• Employee wellness support
• Educational support and study leave
• Professional development and mentorship
• Employee discount on school fees
• Opportunities for career advancement

Compensation : R8,

Position Type : Full Time

Location : Pretoria Region

• SPARK Theresa Park

SPARK Schools is an equal opportunities employer, encouraging applications from designated groups in line with Employment Equity goals. We also encourage persons with disabilities to apply. The posting may be withdrawn at any time, and if you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.