PRE-PRIMARY TEACHER (Grade 000)

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent school in Bedfordview is seeking a creative and innovative Pre-Primary teacher. The role involves whole-child development, planning according to the curriculum, and interacting with parents. Candidates must have a 4-year qualification in ECD specialization and valid SACE certification. Join a nurturing environment that encourages continuous development and strong interpersonal communication with children and staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify with the values and ethos of the school.
• Motivated and uses initiative.
• Willing to participate in continuous staff development.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for whole-child development of a class of Pre-Primary children.
• Planning and preparation in alignment with the School’s Curriculum.
• Daily professional interaction with parents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Initiative

Warm personality

Education

4-Year qualification with ECD specialization

Valid SACE certification

Job description

Overview

SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, whilst promoting the values and ethos of Hellenism. The school is situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.

Commencement date: January – December 2026. Applications are invited for an energetic, creative, and innovative Pre-Primary teacher, who meets the below listed requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for whole-child development of a class of Pre-Primary children
• Planning and preparation in alignment with the School’s Curriculum
• Comprehensive and continuous assessment and observation of each child’s development
• Daily professional interaction with parents
• Close teamwork and collegiality within the Grade

Skills and Competencies

• Must have the ability to identify with the values and ethos of the school
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff and most importantly with young children
• Is motivated and uses initiative
• Have a good command of the English Language (spoken and written)
• Strong computer skills, both for administrative purposes and ICT in the classroom
• Must have a warm and nurturing personality
• Willing to participate in continuous staff development

Desired experience and qualifications

• 4-Year qualification, with ECD specialisation
• Proven Pre-Primary teaching experience
• Valid SACE certification (minimum NQF level 6) and police clearance

Application Procedure

Kindly click on the link below to apply for the position.

Attach a detailed curriculum vitae, including the names of three contactable referees.

Closing Date

3 October 2025

SAHETI School is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date of this vacancy, should a suitable candidate be found. Submitting a CV does not entitle the applicant to automatically be invited for an interview. Failure to meet the pre-requisites of the advertised post will automatically disqualify applicants from consideration for the post. Should an applicant not hear from the school within two weeks of the closing date it must be assumed that their application was not successful.

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Bedfordview, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa