Teacher jobs in South Africa

Job title: Grade 1 Teacher

Job Location: Gauteng, Centurion

Deadline: October 24, 2025

Foundation phase educators will create a learning experience to stimulate and grow individual talents and equip children with the requisite basic education skills in the areas of reading, literacy and numeracy amongst others. They will need to :

• deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
• demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times;
• develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community;
• communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way.

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance :

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

• An undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)
• A PGCE would be necessary if the degree is deemed suitable viz Psychology
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid

• A Lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately
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