Grade R Teacher

Trinityhouse Schools; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private education provider in South Africa is seeking a qualified Pre-Primary Educator. The role focuses on delivering effective educational experiences that foster children's personal development, requiring strong communication skills and relevant qualifications. Candidates should have a passion for education and a commitment to continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of teaching experience.
• SACE certification and police clearance are mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Create stimulating learning experiences for children.
• Deliver future-focused education that motivates and inspires students.
• Manage student behavior and academic delivery.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Organization

Education

Post-matric certificate in ECD (NQF level 5)

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

PGCE if degree is in Psychology

Tools

Computer literacy

First Aid certification

Job description

ADvTECH - Pre-Primary Educator

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 Schools Division aims to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging, and challenging. ADvTECH offers a range of prestigious school brands with curricula including IEB, Cambridge, & IB, as well as an online homeschooling option.

Duties

Pre-Primary educators are expected to create stimulating learning experiences that develop individual talents and prepare children for formal schooling, maximizing their personal, physical, and psycho-social development. They will need to:

• Deliver future-focused education that motivates, inspires, and challenges students
• Demonstrate strength of character, integrity, and professionalism at all times
• Develop and maintain constructive partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians, and the community
• Communicate and collaborate positively, respectfully, and openly within the learning community

Accountable for:

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• A post-matric certificate (NQF level 5) in ECD or an undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)
• A PGCE is required if the degree is in Psychology
• SACE certification and police clearance are mandatory
• 2-5 years of teaching experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid certification

Attributes & Competencies

• A lifelong learner committed to personal inquiry, reflection, and staying updated with global education trends
• Strong planning and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with professional presentation
• Ability to manage professional relationships with maturity and high emotional intelligence
• Effective time management skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities