FOUNDATION PHASE AFRIKAANS FAL TEACHER

Trinityhouse Schools; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private educational institution is seeking a foundation phase educator in Johannesburg. The candidate will create engaging learning experiences for children, ensuring they build essential skills in literacy and numeracy. Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education, with 2-5 years of teaching experience. Strong interpersonal skills, teaching certifications, and a passion for education are essential. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact student development.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of teaching experience required.
• SACE certification and police clearance are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating learning experience for children.
• Deliver future-focused education to motivate students.
• Manage student behavior effectively.

Skills

Teaching experience

Computer and digital literacy

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)

PGCE if applicable

First Aid certification

Job description

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Foundation phase educators will create a learning experience to stimulate and grow individual talents and equip children with the requisite basic education skills in the areas of reading, literacy and numeracy amongst others. They will need:

• to deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
• to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
• to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• to communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance:

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• An undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)
• A PGCE would be necessary if the degree is deemed suitable, e.g., Psychology
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid certification

Attributes & Competencies

• A lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and solve problems effectively