Locum Teacher Grade 3

ADvTECH; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private education provider in Africa seeks a Foundation Phase Educator to create enriching learning experiences. The ideal candidate must possess an undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education, SACE certification, and 2-5 years of teaching experience. Key responsibilities include motivating students, managing behavior, and collaborating with colleagues and parents. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication and planning skills while being committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase) is required.
• Certification from the SACE is mandatory.
• 2-5 years of teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating learning experience for students.
• Deliver future-focused education to motivate and inspire students.
• Manage student behavior in a constructive manner.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Digital literacy

Education

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

PGCE (if degree suitable)

SACE 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