Preschool Teacher

Curro Holdings Ltd; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An independent schooling provider seeks a full-time Preschool Teacher at Curro Academy Wilgeheuwel in Roodepoort. The position involves teaching and coordinating various subjects while fostering positive learner attitudes and skills. Candidates must have a diploma in ECD, minimum one year of teaching experience, and be SACE-registered. This role requires dedication, organisational skills, and a commitment to a nurturing educational environment. Interested applicants should apply before the closing date on 30 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an ECD teacher.
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum.
• Willing and able to work extended hours.
• SACE-registered.
• Clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee classroom activities and mealtimes.
• Manage administration including lesson planning and assessment.
• Observe and manage learner behaviour and provide feedback.
• Plan extramural activities and aftercare.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Problem-solving skills

Report-writing skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in ECD or equivalent (NQF level 6)

Job description

Overview

Curro Holdings is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro Holdings seeks to appoint Preschool Teacher (Group 4) (full-time) at Curro Academy Wilgeheuwel in Roodepoort to commence duties in February 2026

Vacancy Reference: 27308

Curro Holdings is seeking to appoint a preschool teacher at Curro Academy Wilgeheuwel in Roodepoort. The role involves teaching and coordinating a range of subjects as per the Curro curriculum and ECD guidelines for the preschool phase. The teacher is responsible for the active teaching, knowledge transfer, skills development and growth of positive attitudes among learners through integrated and focused teaching approaches.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key responsibilities

• Perform teaching duties, including planning and overseeing activities (inside and outside the classroom), mealtimes, hygiene, break times, sleep time, teaching materials and concerts
• Plan and manage administration, including lesson planning and assessment of outcomes, record-keeping, parent and learner meetings, overseeing student teachers and leading assemblies when required
• Manage the classroom, including classroom design and set-up for optimal performance, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents
• Observe and record learner behaviour daily and manage feedback to parents and management as well as problem areas
• Plan and manage extramural activities and aftercare, including homework

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Diploma in ECD or an equivalent (minimum NQF level 6)
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an ECD teacher
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum
• Proven facilitation, problem-solving and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills
• Willing and able to work extended hours
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SACE-registered
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 30 January 2026.

Additional notes

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Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

P.S Please view your profile for progress on your application.

If you have not had any feedback from the school within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, accept that you were not successful for this position. But don’t be dismayed, next time it might be you.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with. Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.

NB: Please note that if you are found to apply for two or more positions that you do not qualify for in the least, you will be blocked from the system for 30 days. This is due to a large volume of applicants who are abusing the system