Preschool Teacher

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Preschool Teacher will fulfil administrative duties and engage in ongoing professional development activities at an education institution in Makhanda, Eastern Cape.

The culture is down-to-earth, with a real focus on getting things right. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. Training is practical and ongoing rather than a once-off exercise. If you tick the boxes below, we want to hear from you.

• Participate in departmental and whole-school meetings, contributing to curriculum development and sharing best practices.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that engage learners, promote critical thinking, and align with curriculum learning outcomes.
• Identify learners requiring additional academic or emotional support and refer them to appropriate internal or external support structures.
• Assess learner progress through tests, assignments, projects, and oral presentations, maintaining accurate records of achievement.
• Communicate regularly with parents through written reports, parent-teacher meetings, and informal updates to build strong home-school partnerships.

• Thorough knowledge of the national curriculum and assessment frameworks applicable to the specific grade level or subject area.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also taking initiative and working independently when required.
• A genuine passion for teaching and a commitment to the academic and personal development of every learner in your care.
• Registration with the South African Council for Educators and a valid SACE certificate in good standing.
• Proficiency in using educational technology including interactive whiteboards, learning management systems, and online teaching platforms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with learners, parents, and colleagues.
• A recognised teaching qualification such as a Bachelor of Education degree or Postgraduate Certificate in Education from an accredited institution.