Foundation Phase Teacher Grade R

Nova Pioneer; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A pan-African education network is seeking a passionate substitute teacher for Grade R at their Johannesburg school. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Education and 2-3 years' experience teaching young children. Responsibilities include designing engaging, enquiry-based lessons, assessing student progress, and mentoring apprentice teachers. The role emphasizes a dynamic educational environment that fosters student curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Apply through the provided form, as emailed applications are not accepted.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) or PGCE.
• 2-3 years of experience teaching Foundation Phase.
• SACE registered with registration number.

Responsibilities

• Design impactful lessons with learning designers.
• Deliver engaging enquiry-based lessons focusing on play.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress.

Skills

Teaching skills

Child development understanding

Enquiry-based learning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) or PGCE

Job description

Position Overview

Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar substitute teacher to teach Grade R at our Paulshof Primary school.

We need a dynamic teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and to be part of our innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.

About Nova Pioneer

Nova Pioneer is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high-quality, accessible education from pre-primary through secondary school. We use a unique enquiry-based learning approach that encourages students to ask “why” instead of telling them the “what”. We are currently in 15 schools in South Africa and Kenya with a vision to launch 100 schools and reach tens of thousands of students across the African continent in the next decade.

About the Role

We are looking for a Grade R teacher. Resident Teachers lead instruction and planning for the subject- or grade-level classrooms and are responsible for driving a rigorous, enquiry-based learning environment the Nova Pioneer way. Resident Teachers are supported by Deans of Instruction who partner with them in their growth journey – working full-time to empower teachers’ development by observing lessons and providing consistent feedback and coaching. Resident Teachers also support and mentor Apprentice Teachers.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with learning designers to design impactful lessons.
• Deliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons with a focus on learning through play.
• Observe, coach, and be a model teacher for Apprentice and Assistant Teachers.
• Provide a flexible, nurturing environment that is child-centered and focused on and responsive to the dynamic needs of young children.
• Assisting with toilet training and toilet routines of pre-schoolers as well as developing the key skills of socialisation, separation, and speech development.
• Infuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their development.
• Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students within an age appropriate set of expectations.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress and communicate this with parents on a regular basis.
• Attend weekly feedback meetings with Deans and learning designers to enhance teaching practices.
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organisation wide learning and reflection.
• Communicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher conferences.
• Contribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a term.
• Participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfil supervision duties as assigned, including some morning, evening and weekend events.

About You

Skills and Qualifications required:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) or Bachelor’s Degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - (Foundation Phase).
• 2-3 years of experience teaching Foundation Phase.
• SACE registered (Provide registration number and certificate in application).
• Understand child development and exhibit a sound understanding of play-based learning.
• Experience in Reggio Emilio would be an added advantage.
• Ability to lead a classroom independently, with experience in a classroom (practicals included).

Key attributes to succeed in the role

• You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student.
• You have an understanding of and passion for enquiry based, student-centered learning.
• You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach.
• You are deeply committed to your development as a teacher and welcome constructive feedback, translating feedback into improvements and innovations in your approach and in your classroom.
• You are able to work within a team-based environment and collaborate with other resident teachers, apprentice teachers and deans.
• You communicate openly and effectively with your colleagues.
• You are adept at using technology for instruction.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Police Clearance (no older than 6 months).
• ID Copy / Passport.
• Work Permit (if applicable).
• SACE certificate.

How to Apply

Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now! To apply, please complete the form on the right-hand side of this page. We cannot process applications that are emailed to us. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews.

Closing

Nova Pioneer may appoint and/or expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advertisement please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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