Foundation Phase Teacher

Trinityhouse Schools; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Johannesburg seeks a Foundation Phase educator to create engaging learning experiences. The ideal candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in Education, possess 2-5 years of teaching experience, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include inspiring students and managing academic delivery. SACE certification and a police clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years teaching experience in Foundation Phase education.
• SACE certification and police clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver future-focused education that inspires and motivates students.
• Manage student behavior and maintain positive relationships.
• Ensure academic delivery and assessment in line with school standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organization

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)

PGCE if degree is suitable

Tools

Computer literacy

First Aid certification

Job description

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

• an undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)
• 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

Attributes & Competencies

• 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