Gr 000 Teacher

Glenwood House; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

ADvTECH, a leading private education provider in Africa, seeks a Pre-Primary educator to stimulate development and prepare children for formal schooling within a dynamic learning environment. You will foster intellectual, social, and emotional growth and build constructive partnerships with families and community stakeholders.

The role requires a Foundation Phase qualification (B. Ed/PGCE considered), SACE certification, police clearance, and at least 5 years teaching experience (3 in

Qualifications

• B. Education (Foundation Phase) qualification or equivalent.
• PGCE recommended if the degree is psychology-based.
• SACE certification and police clearance required.
• Minimum 5 years teaching, 3 in pre-school.
• Experience with inquiry-based learning and Reggio Emilia approach is advantageous.
• Computer and digital literacy required.
• First Aid training recommended.

Responsibilities

• Academic Delivery.
• Academic Assessment and Reporting.
• Student Behaviour Management.
• School Brand Ambassadorship.
• Administration.
• Health and Safety responsibilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Professional presentation

Education

Bachelor level Foundation Phase

PGCE (if degree suitable)

SACE certification

Police clearance

5 years teaching experience (3 in pre-school)

Inquiry-based learning

Reggio Emilia method

Computer and digital literacy

First Aid

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:

Pre- Primary educators will be expected to create a learning experience to stimulate and grow individual talents and get children ready for formal schooling so as to maximize the personal, physical and psycho-social development of every child. 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:

• 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
• Minimum of 5 years Teaching Experience of which 3 years must be in Pre-school environment
• Experience in Inquiry based learning and Reggio Emilia teaching methodologies would be an advantage
• 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