Primary School Natural and Social Science Teacher

3 days ago

Kempton Park, South Africa SPARK Schools Full time

SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africa’s first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.

The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families in 2024. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

**Purpose of Role**:
The Grade 4-6 Natural Sciences and Technology (NST) and Social Sciences (SS) Teachers will be responsible for delivering comprehensive and engaging educational instruction to scholars in primary schools. The NST & SS Teachers will play a pivotal role in promoting the learning culture of schools by fostering curiosity, exploration, and an appreciation for the world around us by aligning with 21st century skills of critical thinking/reasoning, creativity/creative thinking, problem solving, metacognition, collaboration, communication and global citizenship.

**Reports To**:Assistant Principal

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and deliver dynamic lesson plans that align with the curriculum standards for Natural Sciences and Social Sciences.
- Identify and incorporate hands-on experiments, multimedia resources, and interactive technologies to enhance the learning process.
- Encourage and support scholars in their scientific inquiries, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through project-based learning opportunities.
- Evaluate scholars' progress and provide constructive feedback through regular assessments, quizzes, projects, and examinations.
- Foster a positive classroom environment that promotes open-mindedness, respect, collaboration, and a love for scientific exploration.
- Address individual learning needs and differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse scholars' abilities, interests, and learning styles.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of scholars' academic performance, attendance, and behaviour.
- Collaborate with other teachers, school staff, and parents/guardians to enhance student achievement and promote effective communication.

**Requirements**:
**Qualification/Criteria and Experience**:
**Qualifications/Criteria**:

- B.Ed. degree or PGCE - Intermediate Phase (Sciences major).
- Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).
- English language fluency.
- A clear criminal record

**Experience**:

- Proven experience or specialisation in teaching **N**atural Sciences or Natural Sciences & Technology, Social Sciences **to elementary-grade scholars.
- Solid knowledge of the national curriculum standards for Sciences in the respective grade levels.
- Proficiency in integrating technology and innovative teaching strategies into the classroom.

**Skills**:

- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to young learners in an accessible manner.
- Ability to adapt and differentiate instruction to cater to scholars' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage time and resources.
- Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility to adjust teaching methodologies based on student feedback and evolving educational practices.

**Values**: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness

**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

**Position Type**: Full Time

**Compensation**: R20,400.00 per month cost to company.

**Locations: SPARK Kempton Park**

**SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.**

**SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.

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