Foundation Phase Literacy Leader — Hybrid Role

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 client, a well-regarded primary school in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Foundation Phase Literacy Coordinator to lead literacy curriculum development, mentor teachers, and foster a love of reading.

The role is hybrid, combining on-site leadership with remote preparation. Required: B.Ed with Foundation Phase specialization; postgraduate literacy training desirable; a track record of improving early literacy outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education with Foundation Phase or Senior Primary specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years of Foundation Phase teaching with a focus on literacy.
• Experience in curriculum development for literacy.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of Foundation Phase literacy curriculum.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development to Foundation Phase teachers in literacy instruction.
• Monitor student literacy progress, identifying trends and implementing intervention strategies as needed.
• Create and curate engaging literacy resources and materials for teachers and students.
• Foster a positive and stimulating environment that encourages a love of reading and writing among young learners.
• Collaborate with parents and the wider school community to support literacy initiatives.
• Stay abreast of current research and best practices in early childhood literacy education.
• Work closely with school management to align literacy goals with the school's overall vision and mission.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Literacy expertise

Education

Bachelor of Education with Foundation Phase specialization

Postgraduate qualification in Literacy Education

Job description

Placements24 client, a well-regarded primary school in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Foundation Phase Literacy Coordinator to lead literacy curriculum development, mentor teachers, and foster a love of reading.

The role is hybrid, combining on-site leadership with remote preparation. Required: B.Ed with Foundation Phase specialization; postgraduate literacy training desirable; a track record of improving early literacy outcomes.