Foundation Phase Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Africa is seeking foundation phase educators to create inspiring learning experiences. Applicants must have a PGCE or suitable degree, SACE certification, and 2-5 years of teaching experience. The role involves delivering innovative education, managing student behaviors, and collaborating with the learning community. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of teaching experience required.
• Police clearance and First Aid certification needed.
• Computer and digital literacy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver future-focused education and inspire students.
• Communicate positively with the learning community.
• Manage student behavior and academic delivery.

Skills

Integrity

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

PGCE or suitable degree

SACE certification

Job description

Overview

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

• A PGCE would be necessary if the degree is deemed suitable viz Psychology
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid
• 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 detail orientation
• 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 is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately

Please apply online via the ADvTECH Career Portal:

Raslouw, Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa