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Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools Assistant Teachers are developing educators who co-plan and co-teach lessons under the guidance of a mentor teacher. They support scholar achievement by contributing to a positive classroom environment and practising instructional delivery, while building content knowledge and pedagogical skills aligned to SPARK’s academic and cultural model. 

Requirements
Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery 

• Co-plan and co-teach both in-person and distance learning lessons. 
• Lead and facilitate intervention and acceleration sessions 
• Plan and teach select lessons for practice and feedback. 
• Support assessments and grade small tasks or homework. 
• Facilitate 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 
• Facilitate coding and robotics lessons

Collaboration & Planning 

• Assist with marking and data tracking of subjects' assessments and exams. 
• Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching. 
• Teacher admin assistance and support 

Scholar Progress Monitoring 

• Track scholar's academic performance and ensure Personalised Learning Plans are on track
• Submit and analyse scholar data to monitor growth and implement data-driven interventions under the supervision of the mentor teacher 
• Monitor scholar progress in the Innovation HUB (online program engagement) 
• Actively assist students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students. 
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create personalised learning plans for students. 
• Report all damages to hardware to the and fill out relevant incident reports if needed. 
• Hold individualised intervention sessions for scholars who need extra support in subjects 

Achievement enrichment school program 

• Facilitate in supervising scholars during the after school program, ensuring play, and structured activities. 
• Ensure all after school program resources are used responsibly and effectively. 

Character Development & Culture Building 

• Engage with CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and uphold CQ standards. 
• Uphold and promote SPARK’s behaviour management strategies and cultural values.
• Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion
• Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture 

Professionalism & Stakeholder Engagement 

• 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 
• Provide support during transitions, lunch, break, and other non-instructional times
• Provide administrative support for both instructional and operational aspects. 
• Submit scholar data and records as required. 

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency.
• Clear criminal record.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Studying part­-time towards a B.Ed. or PGCE in the Intermediate or Senior Phase (3rd or 4th Year), with a view to becoming a qualified teacher.
• Student SACE registration

Experience:

• Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technology.

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.

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Purpose of Role:

• The Principal drives student achievement by leading a team of excellent staff to prepare SPARK scholars for university and beyond. The Principal sets a rigorous vision for student achievement and implements strategic steps to lead staff, families, students, and the greater community to fulfill that vision. The Principal collaborates with the Assistant Principal(s) and School Operations Manager to uphold high expectations for school culture, student achievement, and professional development.
• The Principal drives decision ­making within the SPARK Schools model in terms of the instructional program and school operations to ensure that every SPARK scholar is academically successful and an excellent representative of the SPARK core values. The Principal is integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities:

• Implement a highly rigorous and engaging instructional program that promotes content mastery, creative problem solving, and character development, which is consistent with SPARK Schools’ mission and vision.
• Use quantitative (assessment) and qualitative (anecdotal) data to drive decision-­making and instruction at the school.
• Create and maintain a school culture that values high achievement, strong character, and love for learning.
• Set ambitious goals, academically and otherwise, and holds staff and students accountable for achieving those results.
• Manage student behaviour and oversees the implementation of individualised plans for students who repeatedly do not meet SPARK Schools’ behavioural expectations.
• Promote a culture of self -reflection and continual improvement of effectiveness in staff.
• Facilitate the professional development of SPARK staff by keeping a consistent weekly observation and coaching cycle and collaborating with SPARK Support staff to provide relevant weekly professional development sessions.
• Conduct termly evaluations of SPARK staff to nurture their professional growth and leadership capacities.
• Facilitate a high-­achieving work environment where staff feel genuinely valued and supported.
• Build relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including parents, families, and the greater community, and leverages these relationships to increase student achievement.
• Lead termly and monthly school­-wide community events, leveraging the capacity of the school leadership team, teachers, and active parents for support.
• Manage the Assistant Principal(s) and facilitates their leadership development in the context of SPARK’s network­-wide leadership development program.
• Assist in the preparation and management of budgets with the School Operations Manager.
• Participate in the selection of new school based personnel.
• Responsible for the on-boarding of all new staff members.
• Define and share information about policies and procedures to parents, students, staff and community.
• Implement disciplinary policies and procedures.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
• Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.

Requirements
Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency.
• Clear criminal record
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree.
• SACE registration.

Experience:

• Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• At least 3-4 years of excellent classroom instruction.
• Previous experience leading a team, preferably in a school context.
• Experience and practice with South African labour laws.

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Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools Foundation Phase Maths teachers drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth for all students.
• SPARK Schools Maths teachers are Foundation Phase specialists, who receive on-going professional development customised for their past experience and individual needs.
• The Foundation Phase Maths Teachers are integral to the SPARK Schools’ “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities:

• Plan for and be prepared to deliver lessons to students
• Provide instruction in a variety of subjects and reach students with engaging lesson plans and resources.
• Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and to create individualised behaviour and learning plans for all students in class face to face or online.
• Lead weekly SEL (Social Emotional Learning) circles and implement SPARK Schools Social Emotional Learning curriculum.
• Use SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.
• Administer weekly and termly assessments to track student progress and analyse the data for student growth.
• SPARK Educators should have a core focus on student achievement and should drive all scholars to meet the required proficiency ratings.
• Submit student results data when required.
• Attend pre-service professional development before the school year begins and attend weekly professional development and any other training interventions.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
• Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.
• Nurture a high achieving work environment where all students feel genuinely valued and supported.
• Attend Saturday events and parent community meetings.
• Implement strategies implemented by the Crisis Management team.
• Adhere to the child protection, anti-bullying and health and safety policy.
• Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the greater community

Requirements
Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Foundation 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 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 ImpactDisruptor 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.