Foundation Phase Teacher

Inspired; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated teacher to create a positive learning environment for students. Responsibilities include planning and presenting lessons, evaluating student performance, and fostering student welfare. Candidates should have a university qualification and preferably 3-5 years of teaching experience, particularly with the IEB Programme. The role requires adaptability and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience will be advantageous.
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness and assess student outcomes.
• Genuine care for the highest standards of student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and present interesting and exciting lessons.
• Establish a nurturing and engaging teaching environment.
• Evaluate, reflect on, and refine teaching practice.
• Teach extra lessons as required.
• Set and mark exams and write report comments.

Skills

Adaptable teaching style

Excellent preparation and planning

Confidence in the use of IT in teaching

Proven track record of teaching

Education

University qualification

Job description

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Bedfordview is a premium, co-educational, private school situated near the prestigious Kensington Golf Course.

Providing a balanced, holistic, innovative learning experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence, Reddam House Bedfordview school has two extensive campuses with phenomenal facilities for academics, sport and the creative arts. Our BCC Campus for ELS and Junior Preparatory students includes vibrant classrooms, spacious playgrounds, sports fields, cricket nets and tennis courts.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan prepare and present interesting and exciting lessons.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave professionally concerning punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Be open to continuously developing one's teaching through personal and school-wide professional development.
• Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week.
• Assist with the co-curricular programme.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark exams if applicable and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determines.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Able to set clear expectations
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare
• Confidence in the use of IT in teaching
• Proven track record of teaching
• Previous experience with the IEB Programme
• A minimum of 3-5 years experience will be advantageous
• University qualification.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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