Grade 1 Teacher

ADvTECH; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gauteng is seeking a Foundation Phase Educator to create engaging learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in ECD or Education, SACE certification, and 2-5 years of teaching experience. The role involves fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, as well as delivering an inspiring education tailored to individual talents.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create stimulating learning experiences for students.
• Deliver future-focused education to motivate students.
• Maintain constructive partnerships with the community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

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

PGCE if psychology degree is suitable

SACE certification

Job description

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses 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.

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