Inspiring Foundation Phase Teacher - Growth Opportunities

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a dedicated Foundation Phase Teacher for a primary school in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on nurturing early learners aged 5–7, using creative, age-appropriate methods to develop foundational skills in reading, writing, and numeracy.

The successful candidate will have a relevant teaching qualification, SACE registration, and a genuine passion for holistic child development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• A relevant National Diploma in Grade R Teaching or a B.Ed. Foundation Phase or equivalent.
• Recognised teaching qualification and valid registration with SACE.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons for Foundation Phase learners (Grades R-3).
• Develop and implement creative teaching strategies for diverse learning needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment for 5–7 year-olds.
• Assess progress through observations and portfolios.
• Provide constructive feedback to children and communicate with parents.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

National Diploma in Grade R Teaching

B.Ed. Foundation Phase

SACE registration

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a dedicated Foundation Phase Teacher for a primary school in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on nurturing early learners aged 5–7, using creative, age-appropriate methods to develop foundational skills in reading, writing, and numeracy.

The successful candidate will have a relevant teaching qualification, SACE registration, and a genuine passion for holistic child development within a supportive school community.