English First Additional Language (FAL) Teacher

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Supportive environment

Impactful role in student literacy

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks an enthusiastic English First Additional Language (FAL) Teacher to join the language department. You will design engaging programs to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and empower students to achieve literacy proficiency.

The role emphasizes innovative teaching, collaboration, effective use of educational technology, and ongoing professional development in language pedagogy.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Education, English, or Linguistics.
• A valid teaching qualification and certification.
• Demonstrated experience teaching English as an additional language.
• Strong understanding of language acquisition principles and effective pedagogical strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing educational technology to support language learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective instruction in English FAL to students across specified grade levels.
• Develop lesson plans and learning materials tailored to the specific needs of FAL learners.
• Implement a variety of teaching methodologies to foster language acquisition and fluency.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide targeted support to enhance language skills.
• Promote a love for reading and writing through diverse literary and non-literary texts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

English FAL

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Educational technology

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Teaching qualification

Tools

Google Classroom

Smartboard

Online learning platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an enthusiastic English First Additional Language (FAL) Teacher to contribute to their language department in Centurion . This role focuses on empowering students to develop strong literacy skills in English, a crucial asset in today's globalized world. You will play a key role in designing and implementing engaging programs that build confidence and proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team of educators committed to student achievement and linguistic development, working in an environment that encourages innovative teaching and supports professional advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective instruction in English FAL to students across specified grade levels.
• Develop lesson plans and learning materials tailored to the specific needs of FAL learners.
• Implement a variety of teaching methodologies to foster language acquisition and fluency.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide targeted support to enhance language skills.
• Promote a love for reading and writing through diverse literary and non-literary texts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• A relevant degree in Education, English, or Linguistics.
• A valid teaching qualification and certification.
• Demonstrated experience teaching English as an additional language.
• Strong understanding of language acquisition principles and effective pedagogical strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing educational technology to support language learning.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in language pedagogy.
• A dynamic and inclusive educational setting.
• Supportive administrative and peer network.
• Impactful role in fostering crucial language skills for student success.