Fresh Openings at SPARK Schools

Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools teachers drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth for all scholars. SPARK Schools Senior Phase Mathematics Educators are content specialists in English language and literacy. SPARK high school Senior Phase educators equip scholars with the knowledge and tools required for matriculation and work collaboratively in leading an integrated inquiry-based curriculum.
• Senior Phase Educators are integral to the SPARK Schools’ culture and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities:

• Plan for, teach and co-teach face to face and distance lessons for and deliver academic and clubs lessons.
• Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and to create and implement high quality individualised behaviour and learning plans for scholars.
• Participate actively in all scheduled professional development sessions.
• Develop and administer formative and termly assessments to track student progress and analyse the data for student growth for all scholars to meet the required proficiency ratings.
• Submit and analyse scholar data in order to track progress and intervene when necessary.
• Lead scholar social and emotional development through CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and reflections.
• Plan for, deliver and monitor programmes to support low performing scholars, or extend high performing scholars.
• Participate in place-based education where required within mandated national curriculum or as part of SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment.
• Participate in career and tertiary pathways education where required as part of scholar culture and character development.
• Develop SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.
• 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 scholars feel genuinely valued and supported.
• Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the greater community.
• Implement strategies implemented by the Crisis Management team. Adhere to the child protection, anti-bullying and health and safety policy.
• Attend Saturday events and parent community meetings.
• Submit student results data when required.

Requirements
Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:

• English language fluency
• Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree in Mathematics Senior phase or Mathematics FET
• 2-3 Years teaching experience in a High School setting
• SACE registration
• Clear/Clean criminal record

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Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools personalised learning facilitators in the foundation phase drive student achievement by overseeing the culture and effectiveness of the Learning Lab, SPARK’s innovative computer lab. SPARK Schools personalised learning facilitators work directly with students in whole class, small group, and individual settings to provide academic interventions in literacy and maths.
• Personalised learning facilitators are integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities:

• Create a positive student culture around online learning and small group tutoring and maintain high behavioural expectations for all students.
• Actively “coach” students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students.
• Create and submit lesson plans for tutoring sessions.
• Tutor small groups of students on literacy and maths skills.
• Create and submit bi-weekly reports on ST Maths.
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create individualized learning plans for students.
• Use SPARK culture and behaviour management strategies.
• Incorporate SPARK SEL (SocialEmotional Learning) curriculum with scholars.
• Ensure all Learning Lab resources are used and stored responsibly and .
• Report all damages to hardware to the School Operations Manager and fill out relevant incident reports if needed.
• Have an updated asset list of all hardware in Learning lab received by the School Operations Manager.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
• Set into a classroom to cover, should there be an operational need.
• 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.
• Studying part-time towards a B.Ed. or PGCE in the Foundation Phase, in their 3rd or 4th year with a view to becoming a qualified teacher.
• Provisional 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 individualized professional development, support, and mentorship.
• Ability, Desire, and Passion to deliver high-quality transformational education at affordable fees
   

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Position Purpose:

• SPARK Schools inside facilities maintenance staff ensure that the school building is well maintained and clean. Inside facilities maintenance staff are integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to providing a world-class learning environment for our scholars.

Requirements
Responsibilities:

• Maintain the upkeep of the school building, gardens, and grounds.
• Report facilities maintenance issues to school leadership and assist with repairs where applicable.
• Ensure that the school premises are safe for students, staff and parents.
• Assist with welcoming students during daily arrivals and dismissals, as required by school leadership.
• Manage tools and equipment, reporting any damaged or lost items to school leadership for fixing or replacement.
• Assist with ad-hoc operational tasks, such as moving furniture, working with maintenance and gardening suppliers, or setting up for events.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with school staff, parents, and other stakeholders as required.
• 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.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications Qualities:

• Grit: Persistence through challenges.
• Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
• Mission and Vision Alignment: Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
• Self­ Reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and opportunities.

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Position Purpose:

• SPARK Schools outside facilities maintenance staff ensure that the school building is well maintained and clean. Inside facilities maintenance staff are integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to providing a world-class learning environment for our scholars.

Requirements
Responsibilities:

• Maintain the upkeep of the school building, gardens, and grounds.
• Report facilities maintenance issues to school leadership and assist with repairs where applicable.
• Ensure that the school premises are safe for students, staff and parents.
• Assist with welcoming students during daily arrivals and dismissals, as required by school leadership.
• Manage tools and equipment, reporting any damaged or lost items to school leadership for fixing or replacement.
• Assist with ad-hoc operational tasks, such as moving furniture, working with maintenance and gardening suppliers, or setting up for events.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with school staff, parents, and other stakeholders as required.
• 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.

Qualifications/Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications and Criteria

• English language fluency
• Previous maintenance and/or grounds keeping experience
• Clear/Clean Criminal Record
• Grade 12 certificate
   

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Purpose of Role:

• SPARK Schools Junior Teachers are emerging educators who support academic excellence by facilitating small group instruction, reinforcing content mastery, and contributing to behaviour and classroom routines. They play an active role in scholar growth while continuing to develop the expertise needed to take full ownership of a class.

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

• Independently plan and deliver all academic lessons both in-person and distance learning.
• 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.
• Design and implement high-quality Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) in collaboration with a otherteacher for group facilitation.
• Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching.
• Observe lessons as part of professional development to gain best practice
• Participate in school activities and events

Scholar Progress Monitoring

• Track scholar's academic performance.
• 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)
• Involvement in intervention programs- Saturday School, Holiday School, extra classes, etc

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.
• Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture
• 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 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.