Foundation Phase Teacher

PNPS; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinelands North Primary School is seeking a suitably qualified Foundation Phase Educator for January–December 2027.

The successful candidate will teach isiXhosa conversationally to Grades 1–5, develop vocabulary and speaking skills, and implement CAPS within an English LoLT framework.

Fully qualified with SACE registration, you will foster a positive, inclusive classroom, monitor progress, and collaborate with colleagues, parents and support staff.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Foundation Phase Teacher with SACE registration.
• Proficiency in isiXhosa, able to teach conversationally.
• English is the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT).
• Strong CAPS understanding and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Foundation Phase lessons.
• Teach isiXhosa conversationally to Grades 1–5, building vocabulary and speaking skills.
• Create a positive, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor learner progress and provide appropriate support.
• Participate in grade planning, school activities and broader school programmes.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents and support staff.
• Contribute to school initiatives and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Lesson planning

Student engagement

Education

SACE registered Foundation Phase teacher

Job description

Pinelands North Primary School is seeking a suitably qualified Foundation Phase Educator for the period January to December 2027. The ability to teach isiXhosa in a conversational context to learners in Grades 1–5 is an essential requirement for this position.

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons in the Foundation Phase.

• Teach isiXhosa conversationally to learners in Grades 1–5, developing their vocabulary, listening and speaking skills.

• Create a positive, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.

• Monitor learner progress and provide appropriate support.

• Participate in grade planning, school activities and broader school programmes.

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents and support staff.

• Contribute to school initiatives, events and ongoing professional development.

Fully qualified Foundation Phase Teacher with SACE registration

Proficiency in IsiXhosa, with the ability to teach and use the the language conversationally with learners in Grades 1–5.

English is the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT)

Strong understanding and ability to implement the CAPS curriculum

Relevant teaching experience in the Foundation Phase

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, enthusiastic and committed to fostering a positive classroom environment

Policy

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to an interview and may be expected to conduct a practical task. We reserve the right not to fill the posts. Pinelands North Primary School is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.