Grade R Teacher

Trinityhouse Schools; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private educational institution in Roodepoort seeks a Pre-Primary educator to stimulate children's learning experiences and prepare them for formal schooling. Candidates must have a post-matric ECD certificate or relevant degree, with 2-5 years of teaching experience. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, along with excellent communication abilities, are essential. This role emphasizes collaboration with parents and the community to enrich the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Post-matric certificate and/or undergraduate degree in ECD required.
• Teaching experience of 2-5 years expected.
• SACE certification and police clearance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating learning experience for children.
• Deliver future-focused education.
• Develop partnerships with parents and the community.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Planning and organizational skills

Computer and digital literacy

Effective time management skills

Education

Post-matric certificate (NQF level 5) in ECD

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

PGCE if degree is in Psychology

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 Schools Division is 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 offering IEB, Cambridge, and IB curricula, along with an online homeschooling delivery option.

Duties

Pre-Primary educators will be expected to create a learning experience that stimulates and develops individual talents and prepares 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
• To demonstrate strength of character, integrity, and professionalism at all times
• To develop and maintain constructive, ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians, and community members
• To communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful, and open-minded manner

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

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

Attributes & Competencies

• A lifelong learner who continually seeks personal inquiry, reflection, and action to inform their practice and stays updated on global education trends
• Strong planning and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with excellent written and verbal communication and professional presentation abilities
• Proven ability to manage professional relationships with maturity and high emotional intelligence
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to think critically and solve problems appropriately