Locum Teacher - Grade 1

ADvTECH; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Africa is seeking a dedicated Foundation Phase educator to inspire and nurture young learners. The role involves delivering engaging and challenging academic experiences while maintaining excellent relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education, have SACE certification, and 2-5 years of teaching experience. Essential skills include critical thinking, organizational proficiency, and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase).
• PGCE required if degree in Psychology.
• SACE certification and police clearance necessary.
• 2-5 years of teaching experience.
• Computer and digital literacy needed.
• First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create an inspiring learning experience for students.
• Deliver future-focused education to motivate and challenge students.
• Maintain positive relationships with colleagues and parents.
• Manage student behavior effectively.
• Serve as a school brand ambassador.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Teaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

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

PGCE (if applicable)

SACE certification

Tools

Computer literacy

Digital literacy

First Aid certification

Job description

ADvTECH Overview

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 School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally 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 as well.

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