The Pebbles Academy, situated in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in Hermanus, invites dynamic and passionate teachers to apply for the position of Foundation Phase Educator - Grade 3.

The purpose of the Foundation Phase Teacher is to lay a strong educational foundation that supports the development of key skills and knowledge within Grade 3. The position is also responsible for Initiative implementation and support.

Position Requirements:

• 2-3 years Teaching Experience
• Tertiary Qualification in Education
• Experience teaching foundation phase, either in English or Afrikaans.
• SACE Registered and clear criminal record
• Excellent communication skills and a love for education and children
• Energetic, creative, and committed to quality education
• Can contribute positively to the culture and values of the school
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Fluent written / spoken English and Afrikaans
• Excellent computer, administration and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of our great team
• Ability to work flexible hours (some weekends and evenings occasionally)
• Ability to have effective communication skills, problem solving skills, stress management, creativity, resourcefulness and an openness to learning and growth.

The Foundation Phase Educator will be responsible for, but not limited to: 

Basic Education Initiative:

• Planning and presenting engaging, high-quality lessons.
• Teach learners a CAPs based curriculum and coursework.
• Implement curriculum differentiation, conduct assessments and formulate reports.
• Complete lesson planning as requested.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a literacy intervention support programme.
• Assist with designing, implementing and reviewing policies and procedures relevant to the initiative (i.e. discipline policy).
• Identify barriers to learning, support learners within the classroom and refer cases to the school based support committee who will liaise with the SEN Coordinator.
• Arrange and facilitate parent meetings to discuss ongoing learner progress when necessary.
• Present and explain learning content in a concrete, practical way, in order for learners to meet developmental milestones.
• Monitor daily attendance of learners and notify the principal of concerns.
• Incorporate digital platforms within the classroom in order to create a blended learning environment.
• Participate in playground duty as an extension of constructive interaction with, and adherence to safety protocols the children.
• Report any and all concerns regarding the welfare of learners to the PEP Manager.
• Complete the formative and summative assessment per term.
• Monitor and evaluate learner progression and provide relevant feedback to stakeholders involved.
• Ensure open and interactive communication with parents regarding their children.
• Prepare relevant comments regarding learner progress for the termly reports.
• Ensure all learner work is marked on a daily basis and assessed accordingly.
• Offer extra lessons after school should the need arise.

Learner On-site Support Initiative:

• Teach/facilitate educational lessons, extra-curricular and life skills activities within a multi-grade classroom.
• Assist with homework, tutoring and present vocational education lessons to learners.
• Assist with the designing and implementation of positive discipline strategies (i.e. Merits and Demerit System).
• Teach study methods and techniques to learners to prepare them for their examinations.

Classroom Management:

• Impose consistent, fair and age appropriate discipline within the class.
• Record learner behaviour and achievement on the relevant documentation.
• Take responsibility for all classroom resources and equipment and the management thereof.

The work hours will be in line with the operating hours of the Pebbles Academy.