Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Substitute Teacher to teach Foundation Phase (Grade 1) at our Midrand Primary school. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Work closely with learning designers to design impactful lessons
• Deliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons with a focus on learning through play
• Observe, coach, and be a model teacher for Apprentice and Assistant Teachers
• Provide a flexible, nurturing environment that is child-centered and focused on and responsive to the dynamic needs of young children.
• Assisting with toilet training and toilet routines of pre-schoolers as well as developing the key skills of socialisation, separation, and speech development.
• Infuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their development.
• Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students within an age appropriate set of expectations.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress and communicate this with parents on a regular basis.
• Attend weekly feedback meetings with Deans and learning designers to enhance teaching practices
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organisation wide learning and reflection
• Communicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher conferences
• Contribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a term
• Participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfill supervision duties as assigned, including some morning, evening and weekend events

About You

Skills and Qualifications required:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) or Bachelor’s Degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – (Foundation Phase)
• SACE registered (Kindly provide registration number and certificate in application
• Understand child development and exhibit a sound understanding of play-based learning
• Experience in Reggio Emilio would be an added advantage
• • Valid Police Clearance (no older than 6 months)
  • ID Copy / Passport
  • Work Permit (if applicable)
  • SACE certificateAbility to lead a classroom independently, with experience in a classroom (practicals included)Key attributes to succeed in the role:
    • You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student
    • You have an understanding of and passion for enquiry based, student-centered learning
    • You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach
    • You are deeply committed to your development as a teacher and welcome constructive feedback, translating feedback into improvements and innovations in your approach and in your classroom
    • You are able to work within a team-based environment and collaborate with other resident teachers, apprentice teachers and deans
    • You communicate openly and effectively with your colleagues
    • You are adept at using technology for instruction

    Additional Requirements:

    • Valid Police Clearance (no older than 6 months)
    • ID Copy / Passport
    • Work Permit (if applicable)
    • SACE certificate