Foundation Phase Teacher

Curro Holdings Ltd; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in eMalahleni is seeking a dedicated foundation phase teacher. The ideal candidate will have a BEd or PGCE and a minimum of 2 years' experience, with knowledge of the CAPS curriculum. Responsibilities include managing classroom activities, assessments, and homework plans, as well as organising extramural activities. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, and a SACE registration is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a foundation phase teacher.
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum is required.
• SACE registration is mandatory.
• Clear criminal record is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform teaching duties using modern teaching tools.
• Review and implement the term plan as necessary.
• Manage the classroom and maintain discipline.
• Manage assessments and review assessment plans.
• Plan and manage homework and extramural activities.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Problem-solving skills

Report-writing skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

BEd and/or PGCE in foundation phase education

Honours degree (advantageous)

Tools

Modern-day teaching tools

Job description

Job Location: Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, South Africa Application Deadline: February 05, 2026

Key performance areas

• Perform teaching duties, including planning lessons using modern-day tools and processes, setting up workbooks and measuring academic improvement and achievement
• Review, implement, monitor and adjust the term plan as necessary, including creating customised plans to support the class pace and available lessons as well as making provision for revision and parent and learning meetings
• Manage the classroom, including classroom design and set-up for optimal performance, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents
• Manage assessments, including assessment reviews, the assessment roster, revision packs, moderation and interventions
• Plan and manage homework per grade, including revisions and managing reading levels and progress
• Plan and manage extramural activities and outings

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd and/or PGCE in foundation phase education, with an honours degree advantageous
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a foundation phase teacher
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum
• Proven facilitation, problem-solving and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills
• Willing and able to work extended hours
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SACE-registered
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 28 January 2026.