FOUNDATION PHASE TEACHER

Genius Academy; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Genius Academy seeks a passionate Foundation Phase Teacher to join its network of schools in Cape Town. The role focuses on nurturing early learners, planning engaging activities, and building strong relationships with families and staff.

The ideal candidate has a background in early childhood education, a nurturing demeanor, and a commitment to high‑quality learning experiences for young children. The position is on‑site within the Genius Academy network.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent.
• ECD Certificate / Currently studying towards qualification in Education is advantageous.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment.
• First Aid certified would be an advantage
• Police clearance required

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lessons.
• Create a warm, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assess and monitor children’s progress, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the centre.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Energetic

Child-friendly

English fluency

Education

Matric or equivalent

ECD Certificate / Studying towards qualification in Education

Police clearance

First Aid certification

Job description

This position is based at schools within the Genius Academy network

At the Genius Academy group of schools, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and grow. We are seeking a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Foundation Phase Teacher. If you are committed to excellence and share our values, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic organization.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, a nurturing demeanour, and a commitment to fostering a love of learning in young children.

Note: this is a physically challenging role and requires the teacher to stand for large portions of the day, bend, run, sit on the floor, participate in playground activities, and generally play with the children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lessons.
• Create a warm, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assess and monitor children’s progress, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the centre.
• Good oral communication skills with pupils and parents;
• Energetic and enthusiastic;
• Able to relate well to young children;
• The ability to love and nurture young children;
• Be a team player

Qualifications & Experience:

• Matric or equivalent.
• ECD Certificate / Currently studying towards qualification in Education is advantageous.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment
• Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences.
• First Aid certified would be an advantage
• Police clearance required