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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, partnersh...
Purpose of Role:
SPARK Schools first additional language teachers drive student achievement by maintaining
high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth for all students.
SPARK Schools first additional language teachers are phase and content specialists, who
receive on-going professional development customised for their past experience and individual
needs.
First Additional language teachers are integral to the SPARK Schools’ “culture” and our
commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.
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 create individualised behaviour and learning plans and
resources 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
● 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:
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
● B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Recently qualified teachers encouraged to apply!
● Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).
● English language fluency.
● Police clearance certificate.
Experience:
Recently qualified educators may apply as well as educators with more experience.
Skills and Mindset:
● Strong desire to be part of a vibrant and dynamic technology-driven work environment fostering creativity, collaboration and
an atmosphere that encourages and allows top performers to thrive.
● Strong desire to be part of a collaborative, team spirited and fast growing Social ImpactDisruptor and Society Shaper who is leading change in the education space in South Africa through transformational education innovation, ensuring the accessibility of university and careers for all.
● Strong desire to be part of a learning culture with excellent career development and advancement opportunities supported by individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
● Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.
We are looking for ‘’GEMS’’ with the following attributes:
● Grit: Persistence through challenges.
● Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
● Mission and Vision Alignment: Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
● Self Reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and
opportunities.
Benefits
SPARK offers:
fair market linked remuneration
performance-based annual bonuses and increases
above average/good annual leave
life, disability and funeral cover
employee wellness support
educational support & study leave
individualised professional development, support and mentorship
employee discount on school fees
opportunities for career growth
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