Wembley College: School Teacher (Foundation Phase)

Wembley College is a leading, English Medium, co-educational, independent school situated on a beautiful campus amongst the rolling hills of Greytown in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. An hour from Pietermaritzburg and an hour from Ballito makes for an ideal ‘country school within easy striking distance of a Central Business District and the warm KwaZulu Natal coast. Founded in 1997, the school enters candidates for the Cambridge Examinations that are set externally and recognised worldwide.

The following position has become available at Wembley College: School Teacher (Foundation Phase).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adopt and work towards the implementation of the Wembley development plan.
• Observe, assess, and record on the development, progress, attainment, and behaviour of children in the class; both academically, socially, and emotionally, with the goal of helping them improve their competencies and build self-esteem.
• Maintain good age-appropriate order and discipline amongst students under her care and always safeguard their health and safety.
• Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students where required.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of individual students, groups of students or class entrusted to her.
• Communicate, consult, and co-operate with other members of the school staff, including those having posts of special responsibility.
• Write comprehensive reports twice a year, detailing progress, and observations of individual children.
• Coach sport 2 afternoons a week.
• Assist in preparing children for concerts, Grandparents Days, Farewell ceremonies, Speech Festivals etc. as required.
• Deliver extra lessons to children who might consolidation of concepts.
• Provide material for the school newsletter and social media on a rotation basis.
• Ensure high standards of professional practice and quality of teaching and learning, through effective dialogue, participating in reciprocal peer review and observation of class teaching practice by the Head of School concerned.
• Participate in In-Service education and training courses as well as in continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.
• Participate in staff, group or other meetings related to the school curriculum or pastoral care arrangements, for the better organisation and administration of the school.
• Contribute to the professional development of new teachers and student teachers according to arrangements agreed with the Head of School.
• Provide the necessary information and advice to the designated personnel in the school and/or College and to provide all the necessary information regarding requisitions and arrangements in connection with the teaching of the subject/s assigned to her.
• Ensure the safe custody and optimum use of equipment normally used by oneself during lessons and see to its regular servicing and maintenance.
• Participate in school fundraising and other required events.
• Liaise and collaborate with specialist teachers/resource persons and other professionals working with statemented students.
• Communicate with Head of Academic Support, and Head of School on student progress.
• Supervise students in assigned out-of-class activities during the working day/weekends.
• Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional activities.
• Participate in various student and parent activities, which occur in school including student clubs and after-school activities.
• Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity learning centres.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Head of Junior School, Executive Head, or other appropriate administrator.
• Follow the school Code of Conduct regarding ISASA.
• Adhere to all instructions from Head of Junior School/Executive Head or Board of Directors.
• Teaching Computers, Coding, and Robotics.
• Running the Junior Primary Reading Room, supporting class teachers with various group reading activities and monitoring the selection and return of daily independent readers.
• Teaching either Afrikaans First Additional Language or Cambridge Science across the phase.
• Providing additional academic support where needed across all Junior Primary classes.
• Assisting in developing engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Full participation in the extra-curricular activities at the College.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Qualification and Experience:

• A degree in Foundation Phase Education.
• 2 to 5 years of teaching experience.
• SACE registration.

2. Required Skills:

• Strong planning and assessment skill.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• A team player who is passionate about education and willing to immerse themselves in school life.
• Flexibility.
• Strong organisation skills.
• A supportive colleague.

3. Advantageous Skills:

• Ability to teach Afrikaans First Additional Language to Foundation Phase learners.
• Experience with the Time2Read Program.
• Experience with Coding and Robotics.