Primary School Teacher General (IP) - SPARK Blue Downs - 2026 at SPARK Schools

Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools teachers are central to scholar achievement. This role maintains high expectations for classroom culture, scholar behaviour, and academic growth. Educators serve as subject specialists, responsible for equipping scholars with content mastery and critical thinking tools necessary for success in matric and beyond.

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

• Independently plan and deliver all academic lessons both in-person and distance learning.
• Teach high-impact grades or core subjects.
• Deliver academic, clubs, and enrichment lessons aligned to the curriculum and SPARK’s pedagogical standards.
• Participate in place-based education and implement SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment activities.
• Teaching through Project-Based Learning 
• Personalising teaching through data driven decisions
• Differentiated instruction driven by technology

Collaboration & Planning

• Lead grade-wide or subject-wide initiatives (e.g., moderation, data tracking).
• Design and implement high-quality Individualised Behaviour and Learning Plans (IBLPs).
• Participate in and co-lead professional development sessions and ongoing instructional coaching.
• Review lesson plans and observe lessons
• Resource creation and implementation monitoring
• Co-creation of lesson planning and lesson materials

Scholar Progress Monitoring

• Administer formative and termly assessments to track academic performance.
• Submit and analyse scholar data to monitor growth and implement data-driven interventions.
• Plan and implement academic support programmes for low-performing scholars and enrichment for high-performing scholars.
• Monitoring the improvement of scholar performance through academic support programs
• Monitor scholar progress in the Innovation HUB (online program engagement)

Character Development & Culture Building

• Lead CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and facilitate scholar reflection activities.
• Co-create CQ program
• Lead training and development of culture and CQ for staff
• Plan, drive and participate in culture events and initiatives   
• Contribute to scholars' careers and tertiary preparation initiatives.
• Uphold and promote SPARK’s behaviour management strategies and cultural values.
• Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion

Professionalism & Stakeholder Management

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and stakeholders.
• Maintain professionalism at all SPARK Schools events and engagements.
• Attend Saturday school events, parent meetings, and other required activities.
• Promote and model SPARK Schools’ vision, mission, and values.

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to policies related to crisis management, child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety.
• Implement directives from the Crisis Management Team.
• Participate fully in operational processes and procedures
• Submit scholar data and records as required.

Requirements
Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Intermediate/Senior Phase. Recently qualified teachers are encouraged to apply!
• Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).
• SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications
• English language fluency.
• A clear/clean criminal record

Experience:

• Recently qualified teachers or teachers with experience are encouraged to apply!

Skills and Mindset:

• Strong desire to be part of a vibrant and dynamic technology-driven work environment fostering creativity, collaboration and an atmosphere that encourages and allows top performers to thrive.
• Strong desire to be part of a collaborative, team spirited and fast growing Social Impact Disruptor and Society Shaper who is leading change in the education space in South Africa through transformational education innovation, ensuring the accessibility of university and careers for all.
• Strong desire to be part of a learning culture with excellent career development and advancement opportunities supported by individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
• Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.