Job Details
Location: Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
Position: Primary School English Teacher (Intermediate Phase)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: R20,808.00 per month (cost to company)
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a leading educational organization driving change through affordable private schools in South Africa. Using a blended learning model that combines traditional classroom teaching and online instruction, SPARK Schools aims to enhance student achievement while ensuring personalized education.
SPARK Schools fosters a collaborative, tech-enabled, and innovative environment with a mission to make university and career opportunities accessible to all. The network operates 21 primary schools and 5 high schools, serving over 18,000 families in 2025.
Purpose of Role
As a Primary School English Teacher, you will drive student success by delivering engaging lessons and maintaining high expectations for academic growth and behavior. This role includes planning, collaboration, assessment, and active participation in the school’s culture and community.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver lessons in English, Social Science, and Personal and Social Well-being for assigned grade levels.
- Design engaging and inclusive lesson plans and resources for in-person and online instruction.
- Collaborate with grade-level and content area teams to develop individualized learning and behavior plans.
- Facilitate weekly Social Emotional Learning (SEL) circles and implement the SEL curriculum.
- Administer and mark assessments to track student progress and analyze data to ensure academic growth.
- Drive all scholars to meet required proficiency ratings and submit student performance data as needed.
- Attend pre-service professional development, weekly training, and other required interventions.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with parents, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Promote and uphold SPARK Schools’ vision, mission, and culture.
- Participate in Saturday events and parent community meetings.
- Adhere to child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety policies.
Qualifications and Criteria
- Education:
- B.Ed. degree or PGCE (Intermediate Phase).
- Senior Phase/FET qualifications are also encouraged.
- SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications.
- Certification:
- Registration with the South African Council of Educators (SACE).
- Language:
- English fluency.
- Record:
- Clean criminal record.
Experience
- Recently qualified teachers or experienced educators are welcome to apply.
Skills and Mindset
- Strong desire to work in a technology-driven, innovative, and collaborative environment.
- Passion for transformational education, accessibility to university and career opportunities, and social impact.
- Commitment to fostering a supportive and high-achieving work environment.
Benefits
- Market-linked remuneration.
- Performance-based bonuses and annual increases.
- Generous leave policy.
- Life, disability, and funeral cover.
- Employee wellness support.
- Study leave and educational support.
- Professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
- Employee discounts on school fees.
SPARK Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity goals and encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.