Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum Delivery
Co-plan and co-teach both in-person and distance learning lessons.
Plan and teach select lessons for practice and feedback.
Support assessments and grade small tasks or homework.
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.
Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching.
Teacher admin assistance and support
Scholar Progress Monitoring
Track scholar's academic performance and ensure Personalised Learning Plans are on track
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)
Actively assist students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students.
Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create personalised learning plans for students.
Report all damages to hardware to the School Operations Manager and fill out relevant incident reports if needed.
Hold individualised intervention sessions for scholars who need extra support in subjects
Achievement enrichment school program
Facilitate in supervising scholars during the after school program, ensuring play, and structured activities.
Ensure all after school program resources are used responsibly and effectively.
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.
Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion
Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture
Professionalism & 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 & 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
Provide support during transitions, lunch, break, and other non-instructional times.
Provide administrative support for both instructional and operational aspects.
Submit scholar data and records as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Fluency in English
3rd/4th year B.Ed or PGCE student specialising in IsiZulu
Student SACE registration
Clear criminal record