Job Details
Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Position: High School English Home Language and isiZulu FAL Educator (FET Phase)
Type: Full-Time
Salary: R25,500.00 per month (cost to company)
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a mission-driven organization that is revolutionizing education in South Africa through its network of affordable private schools. Using a blended learning model, SPARK Schools combines classroom teaching with online instruction to deliver personalized and innovative education. The organization strives to make university and career opportunities accessible for all.
SPARK Schools fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Its fast-paced, tech-enabled, and data-driven environment supports its vision of social transformation through education. By 2025, the network will serve over 18,000 families across its 21 primary schools and 5 high schools.
Purpose of Role
As an FET Phase Educator specializing in English Home Language and isiZulu FAL, you will play a critical role in fostering academic achievement, cultural growth, and personal development among high school scholars. This role requires delivering high-quality lessons, assessing scholar progress, and collaborating with colleagues to support the SPARK Schools’ mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching and Lesson Delivery:
- Plan and teach both face-to-face and online lessons.
- Deliver lessons for academic and club sessions.
- Collaboration and Planning:
- Work with grade-level and subject-area teams to develop engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences.
- Design and implement individualized behavior and learning plans.
- Assessment and Data Analysis:
- Develop and administer assessments to track progress and ensure proficiency.
- Analyze scholar data to identify growth areas and implement interventions where needed.
- Character Development:
- Lead Character Quotient (CQ) sessions and promote social-emotional development.
- Contribute to career and tertiary education initiatives.
- Behavior Management and Culture:
- Implement SPARK Schools’ culture and behavior strategies.
- Create a supportive and high-achieving classroom environment.
- Community Engagement:
- Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Attend Saturday events and parent meetings.
- Professional Development:
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training sessions.
- Compliance:
- Adhere to policies on child protection, health, and safety.
Qualifications and Criteria
- Education:
- B.Ed or PGCE degree in English and isiZulu (FET Phase).
- Experience:
- 2-3 years of experience in a high school teaching context.
- Certification:
- SACE registration.
- Language:
- Fluency in English and isiZulu.
- Record:
- Clean criminal record.
SPARK Values
SPARK Schools is guided by its values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, and Kindness.
Benefits
- Competitive, market-linked remuneration.
- Annual performance-based bonuses and salary increases.
- Above-average leave policy.
- Life, disability, and funeral cover.
- Employee wellness support.
- Educational support and study leave.
- Professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
- Discount on school fees for employees’ children.
SPARK Schools is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to Employment Equity goals, and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.