Job Description

DvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people's lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH's School's Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Job Title:

Foundation Phase Teacher (Grade 3)

Location:

Maragon Olympus, Pretoria East

About Maragon Olympus

Maragon Olympus is a

Christ-centered, parallel-medium school

where teaching and learning are rooted in excellence, innovation, and the love of Jesus Christ. Our school community--teachers, learners, and parents--works together to nurture confident, compassionate, and capable young people. In the

Foundation Phase

, our focus is on creating a strong academic foundation through

inquiry-based learning

, creativity, and critical thinking, while equipping children with the skills, values, and faith to thrive in life.

Role Overview

The Foundation Phase teacher will be responsible for teaching and mentoring Grade 3 learners during this vital transition into formal schooling. The role requires designing and delivering high-quality lessons that foster academic, social, and emotional growth while instilling a

love of learning through inquiry and play-based foundations

. The teacher will also guide learners in living out

Christian values

within and beyond the classroom.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Foundation Phase Teachers are expected:

To design and deliver

future-focused education

where students are motivated, inspired, and challenged. To foster

literacy, numeracy, creativity, and problem-solving skills

in line with the CAPS curriculum and Maragon's inquiry-based approach. To create a

structured, engaging, and supportive classroom environment

where learners feel safe, valued, and inspired. To demonstrate

strength of character, integrity, and professionalism

in all interactions. To develop and maintain positive partnerships with parents, colleagues, and the wider community. To communicate and collaborate with learners and adults in a

positive, respectful, and open-minded

way.

They will be accountable for:

Academic Delivery

- Preparing and facilitating effective learning experiences.

Academic Assessment & Reporting

- Assessing learner progress using a variety of tools and reporting meaningfully to parents.

Student Behaviour Management

- Promoting positive discipline and responsibility in the classroom.

School Brand Ambassadorship

- Representing Maragon Olympus' values and ethos with excellence.

Administration

- Keeping accurate records and fulfilling reporting/administrative requirements.

Health & Safety

- Safeguarding learners' wellbeing at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

A

B.Ed (Foundation Phase)

degree or equivalent qualification. A

PGCE (Foundation Phase)

may be considered if the undergraduate degree is suitable.

SACE certification

and valid

Police Clearance

(non-negotiable).

2-5 years teaching experience

in the Foundation Phase (Grade 3 preferred). Strong

computer and digital literacy

for integrating technology into teaching. Valid

First Aid certification

.

Attributes & Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

A passion for

teaching young learners

and laying a solid academic and spiritual foundation. The ability to integrate

inquiry-based learning

into everyday classroom practice. Strong

planning, organizational, and assessment skills

with a keen eye for detail. Excellent

interpersonal and communication skills

, both verbal and written. A proven ability to manage relationships with

maturity and high emotional intelligence (EQ)

. Professional

time management

and accountability. Evidence of

critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving

. A personal commitment to

lifelong learning

, professional growth, and staying abreast of educational trends. * A heart for nurturing children in their

faith journey

as part of a Christ-centered school community.