Primary School English Teacher

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative school culture

Teaching materials & resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Primary School English Teacher in Cape Town to inspire a love of reading, writing and communication among young learners. The role emphasizes foundational literacy, engaging lessons, and inclusive classroom practice.

The successful candidate will design age-appropriate activities, use diverse teaching methods, and collaborate with a supportive team to foster curiosity and critical thinking in early learners.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification for primary education.
• Experience: at least 3 years teaching English to primary students.
• Strong emphasis on phonics and early literacy development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with children and parents.
• Familiarity with educational technology and classroom resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a comprehensive English curriculum for primary grades.
• Create a nurturing, interactive classroom that promotes participation.
• Develop and administer age-appropriate assessments to monitor progress.
• Incorporate storytelling, games, and multimedia resources into lessons.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share teaching resources and best practices.

Skills

Phonics

Early literacy

Language arts

Interpersonal skills

Communication with parents

Technology for education

Education

Primary education teaching qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Primary School English Teacher to join a dynamic team in Cape Town . This role focuses on cultivating a love for reading, writing, and communication among young learners, providing them with a strong foundation in literacy. You will be instrumental in designing engaging learning experiences that cater to the developmental stages of primary school students, fostering their curiosity and critical thinking skills. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education and dedicated to creating an inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a comprehensive English curriculum for primary school grades, emphasizing foundational literacy skills.
• Create a nurturing and interactive classroom setting that encourages student participation and exploration.
• Develop and administer age-appropriate assessments to monitor student comprehension and progress in reading and writing.
• Integrate various teaching methodologies, including storytelling, interactive games, and multimedia resources.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student academic performance and development.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to share resources and best practices in teaching English to young children.

Requirements

• A relevant teaching qualification for primary education.
• At least 3 years of experience teaching English to primary school students.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phonics, early literacy development, and language arts instruction.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine passion for working with children.
• Familiarity with educational technologies and resources suitable for young learners.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending educational workshops.
• A positive and collaborative school culture in beautiful Cape Town .
• Access to a range of teaching materials and a supportive administrative team.
• Contributing to the foundational literacy development of young students.