Grade R Teacher: Foundation Phase at Entrepreneurial School

Radley; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Entrepreneurship training

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Radley Private School in Northriding, Johannesburg, seeks a passionate Grade R teacher to join our Foundation Phase. You will create a warm, structured learning environment and support social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based and inquiry-based approaches.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a small, entrepreneurial team, ongoing professional development, and shaping learners at the start of their educational journey in a pioneering South African private school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Education (non-negotiable).
• SACE registered with valid certification.
• Experience teaching Grade R or Foundation Phase learners.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and school readiness.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate Grade R learning.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons.
• Develop foundational literacy, numeracy, and motor skills.
• Create a nurturing, structured classroom environment.
• Use play-based and inquiry-based learning.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to parents.
• Support learners’ emotional development and independence.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and participate in PD.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Education

Job description

Radley Private School in Northriding, Johannesburg, seeks a passionate Grade R teacher to join our Foundation Phase. You will create a warm, structured learning environment and support social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based and inquiry-based approaches.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a small, entrepreneurial team, ongoing professional development, and shaping learners at the start of their educational journey in a pioneering South African private school.