Primary School Temp Teacher General - SPARK Alberton - 2026 at SPARK Schools

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 and 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 and 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 and 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