Primary School Afrikaans Teacher

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Professional development

Supportive school community

Job summary

Placements24 in George is seeking an enthusiastic Primary School Afrikaans Teacher to foster love for the Afrikaans language and culture among young learners. You will create a nurturing classroom environment and collaborate with colleagues to deliver a comprehensive curriculum.

The role emphasizes developing listening, speaking, reading and writing in Afrikaans, with assessment feedback and cross-curricular collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent qualification.
• Certified Teacher Status with a Foundation Phase or Intermediate Phase specialization.
• Proficiency in teaching Afrikaans as a first or second language.
• Experience in primary school teaching and understanding of child development.
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to inspire young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Afrikaans lessons to primary school students, adhering to the national curriculum framework.
• Develop students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Afrikaans through interactive activities.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages language acquisition and cultural appreciation.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with the wider teaching team to develop cross-curricular links and school-wide educational initiatives.

Skills

Classroom management

Inspire young learners

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Certified Teacher Status (Foundation/Intermediate)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Primary School Afrikaans Teacher to join their dedicated faculty in George . This role involves fostering a love for the Afrikaans language and culture in young learners, developing their literacy and communication skills. You will create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment where students feel empowered to explore and express themselves in Afrikaans. The successful candidate will collaborate with fellow educators to ensure a comprehensive and engaging curriculum, contributing to the school's commitment to academic excellence and holistic child development within the vibrant community of the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Afrikaans lessons to primary school students, adhering to the national curriculum framework.
• Develop students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Afrikaans through interactive activities.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages language acquisition and cultural appreciation.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with the wider teaching team to develop cross-curricular links and school-wide educational initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent qualification.
• Certified Teacher Status with a specialization in Foundation Phase or Intermediate Phase teaching.
• Proficiency in teaching Afrikaans as a first or second language.
• Experience in primary school teaching, demonstrating an understanding of child development.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire young learners.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunity to work within a reputable school in the beautiful George area.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Supportive and collaborative school community.
• Contribution to the development of young minds in language and culture.