Primary School English Teacher (FP) Temp - SPARK Centurion - 2025
Job details
SPARK Schools is a network of affordable private schools implementing Africa's first blended learning model for primary school students. Students learn in both the traditional classroom setting and our innovative Learning Lab.
The SPARK Schools model combines highly engaging classroom teaching, individualised instruction in the Learning Lab, partnership with families and the community, and dedicated professional development for teachers and school leaders to facilitate student achievement. SPARK Schools students prepare for university and successful careers by excelling academically, practicing creative thinking skills, and demonstrating core values that emphasize cooperative citizenship and love of learning.Responsibilities:
Plan for and be prepared to deliver lessons to students
Provide instruction in a variety of subjects and reach students with engaging lesson plans and resources.
Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and to creat individualised behaviour and learning plans for all students in class face to face or online.
Lead weekly SEL (Social Emotional Learning) circles and implement SPARK Schools
Social Emotional Learning curriculum.
Use SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.
Administer weekly and termly assessments to track student progress and analyse the data for student growth.
SPARK Educators should have a core focus on student achievement and should drive all scholars to meet the required proficiency ratings.
Submit student results data when required.
Attend pre-service professional development before the school year begins and attend weekly professional development and any other training interventions.
Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.
Nurture a high achieving work environment where all students feel genuinely valued and supported.
Attend Saturday events and parent community meetings.
Implement strategies implemented by the Crisis Management team.
Adhere to the child protection, anti-bullying and health and safety policy.
Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the greater community
Requirements
Qualifications and Criteria:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Foundation Phase. Recently qualified teachers are encouraged to apply!
Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).
SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications
English language fluency.
A clear criminal record
Experience:
Recently qualified teachers or teachers with experience are encouraged to apply!
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