Educator Teacher

About the position

Foundation Phase Teachers (Grades R-3) - Co-Teaching Model

Are you passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education by fostering curiosity, creativity, and enquiry? Join a forward-thinking private school in Sandton that is redefining learning through innovative approaches, technology, and a collaborative culture.

We are seeking experienced Foundation Phase teachers to contribute to a dynamic, flexible learning environment designed to inspire young minds and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Duties:

• Co-teaching in Foundation Phase classes with shared responsibility for planning, delivery, assessment, and pastoral care
• Managing and facilitating learning in flexible, open Learning Hubs and Enquiry Studios
• Implementing enquiry-based, experiential, and play-based learning strategies
• Creating a collaborative classroom environment that encourages curiosity, questioning, and child-led exploration
• Building strong relationships with young children and supporting their development
• Participating in ongoing professional development and contributing to the development of a future-focused educational model

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase) or equivalent, with current SACE registration
• 2-5 years of proven classroom teaching experience in the Foundation Phase (Grades R-3)
• Demonstrated experience with CAPS curriculum and enquiry-based Foundation Phase pedagogies and child development knowledge
• Skilled in early literacy and numeracy instruction, classroom management, and learner support strategies
• Confident in integrating technology into teaching and learning
• Strong planning, lesson design, and curriculum development skills
• Experience using structured literacy programmes, read-aloud methodologies, and story-based learning approaches
• Familiarity with integrated assessment and observation strategies

Familiarity with the following:

• Experience working in flexible learning environments
• Use of enquiry-driven and experiential learning methodologies

Desired Skills:

• Teaching
• Lesson Planning
• Classroom Management
• Learning support
• Behavior Management
• Foundation Phase

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

• Degree
• South African Council for Educators

About The Employer:

A private school reimagining education through technology, wellbeing and creativity. Teaching takes place in flexible Learning Hubs and Enquiry Studios rather than traditional classrooms, with co-teaching partnerships supporting hands-on, enquiry-driven learning within a CAPS-based curriculum.

The school has a collaborative, high-trust staff culture. From January 2027, it is opening a new Foundation Phase in Sandton and is looking for experienced teachers for Grades R to 3. Four positions are available, including one suited to a teacher with a particular strength in Grade 2.

Employer & Job Benefits:

• 13th Cheque
• Provident Fund