Playful Grade R Teacher — Shape Young Minds

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Quality teaching resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a warm Grade R teacher for its foundation phase team in Nelspruit. You will create a nurturing, play-based curriculum that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Plan engaging lessons, assess progress, collaborate with parents, and contribute to a supportive school community dedicated to high-quality early childhood education. You will foster inclusive classrooms and partner with families to support each child’s unique development.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Early Childhood Development or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience teaching Grade R or similar early years setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences for Grade R learners.
• Assess children's development and progress, documenting observations and preparing reports.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Foster social skills, emotional regulation, and positive peer interactions.
• Collaborate with parents and colleagues to support each child's individual needs and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Education

National Diploma in Early Childhood Development

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a warm Grade R teacher for its foundation phase team in Nelspruit. You will create a nurturing, play-based curriculum that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Plan engaging lessons, assess progress, collaborate with parents, and contribute to a supportive school community dedicated to high-quality early childhood education. You will foster inclusive classrooms and partner with families to support each child’s unique development.