Teacher: Foundation phase

September 12, 2024

ADvTECH

Johannesburg

ADv TECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADv TECH’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. ADv TECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties
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;
to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
to 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

Qualifications & Experience

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

Attributes & Competencies

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