Teacher: Foundation Phase: Grade 1 (2027)

Advtech; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Maragon Olympus, part of ADvTECH's Schools Division, seeks a Foundation Phase Teacher to create a stimulating, nurturing, and structured learning environment where young learners develop literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills.

You will plan differentiated lessons, integrate digital tools, and uphold Christian values while partnering with parents and the school community to support each child’s growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• B.Ed Foundation Phase Teaching degree or PGCE Foundation Phase specialization.
• SACE registration and Police Clearance are required.
• 2–5 years Foundation Phase teaching experience.
• Strong CAPS knowledge and early literacy/numeracy development.
• Experience in inquiry-based learning is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate and differentiated lessons across the Foundation Phase curriculum.
• Establish strong foundations in reading, writing and numeracy.
• Facilitate inquiry-based, child-centred learning and exploration.
• Integrate digital tools and technology meaningfully into teaching.
• Nurture learners’ social, emotional, physical and spiritual development.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Digital literacy

Collaboration

Adaptive teaching

Education

B.Ed Foundation Phase Teaching degree

PGCE specialising in Foundation Phase

SACE registration

Police Clearance

Job description

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people's lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH's School's Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Job Title: Foundation Phase Teacher

Location: Maragon Olympus, Pretoria East

About Maragon Olympus

Maragon Olympus is a Christ-centred, parallel-medium school where teaching and learning are rooted in innovation, excellence, and the love of Jesus Christ. Our school community - teachers, learners, and parents - works together to nurture confident, compassionate, and capable young people.

In the Foundation Phase, we place strong emphasis on establishing solid academic foundations while nurturing the whole child. Through an inquiry-based, child-centred approach, we encourage curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, independence, and a genuine love for learning. Our classrooms are purposeful, engaging and supportive environments where every learner is encouraged to discover their unique strengths and potential.

Role Overview

The Foundation Phase Teacher will be responsible for creating a stimulating, nurturing and structured learning environment in which young learners develop strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, life skills and social-emotional development.

The role requires a passionate and dedicated educator who understands the developmental needs of young children and can create meaningful learning experiences through inquiry, play, exploration, collaboration and purposeful use of technology.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for children, a commitment to academic excellence, and the ability to integrate the Christian ethos and values of Maragon Olympus into everyday teaching and learning.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Foundation Phase Teachers are expected:

• To plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate and differentiated lessons across the Foundation Phase curriculum.

• To establish strong foundations in phonics, reading, writing, comprehension and numeracy.

• To facilitate learning through an inquiry-based and child-centred approach that encourages curiosity, questioning and exploration.

• To create opportunities forexperiential and collaborative learning.

• To develop learners' confidence, independence, creativity and problem-solving abilities.

• To identify and respond appropriately to the individual learning needs and developmental stages of learners.

• To integrate digital tools and educational technology meaningfully into teaching and learning.

• To create a warm, structured and inclusive classroom environment where learners feel safe, valued and motivated to learn.

• To nurture learners' social, emotional, physical and spiritual development.

• To demonstrate strength of character, integrity, patience and professionalism in all aspects of the role.

• To develop positive and trusting relationships with learners, parents, colleagues and the wider school community.

• To communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders in a positive, respectful and solution-focused manner.

Accountability Areas

Academic Delivery
Planning and implementing a purposeful Foundation Phase curriculum that develops strong foundational skills and inspires a lifelong love of learning.

Assessment & Reporting
Conducting appropriate formative and summative assessments, monitoring learner progress, maintaining accurate records, and providing meaningful feedback to learners and parents.

Learner Development & Well-being
Supporting the holistic development of each learner, including their academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth.

Classroom & Behaviour Management
Establishing clear routines, expectations and boundaries while creating a positive classroom culture based on respect, responsibility, kindness and dignity.

Parent Partnership
Building constructive relationships with parents and communicating learner progress, achievements and areas of concern professionally and proactively.

School Brand Ambassadorship
Representing Maragon Olympus with pride and consistently modelling the school's Christian ethos, values and commitment to excellence.

Administration
Maintaining accurate learner records, planning documentation, assessment information and other administrative requirements.

Health & Safety
Prioritising the safety, supervision and well-being of all learners and adhering to all school health and safety procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• A B.Ed Foundation Phase Teaching degree OR a relevant degree with a PGCE specialising in Foundation Phase.

• SACE registration and valid Police Clearance (non-negotiable).

• 2-5 years of Foundation Phase teaching experience, preferably within a private or independent school environment.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of CAPS and Foundation Phase teaching methodologies.

• Proven understanding of early literacy and numeracy development.

• Experience in implementing inquiry-based learning would be advantageous.

• Strong computer and digital literacy, with the ability to integrate technology meaningfully into the classroom.

• Valid First Aid certification (advantageous).

Attributes & Competencies

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a passionate, nurturing and highly skilled Foundation Phase educator who genuinely enjoys working with young children.

• Have a deep understanding of child development and the unique needs of Foundation Phase learners.

• Be able to create a classroom environment that is structured, joyful, engaging and stimulating.

• Demonstrate excellent classroom management, planning and organisational skills.

• Be confident in developing strong foundations in reading, writing and numeracy.

• Have the ability to differentiate learning to accommodate diverse abilities and learning needs.

• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence (EQ), patience, empathy and maturity.

• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with learners, parents and colleagues.

• Be creative, innovative and willing to embrace new approaches to teaching and learning.

• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, problem-solving and collaborative skills.

• Be a lifelong learner who actively seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Be adaptable, resilient and able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

• Be committed to Christ-centred education, modelling Christian values and supporting the spiritual development of learners.

• Be willing to participate actively in school events, co-curricular activities and the broader life of Maragon Olympus.