Primary School Teacher Talent Pool Job Midrand area,Gauteng South Africa,Education / Teaching

Position: Primary School Teacher Talent Pool - 2026

About SPARK Schools:

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SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africa’s first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.

The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 15 500 families in 2026. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To:

Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools teachers are central to scholar achievement. This role maintains high expectations for classroom culture, scholar behaviour, and academic growth.

SPARK Schools teachers serve as subject specialists, responsible for equipping scholars with content mastery and critical thinking tools necessary for success in primary school and beyond.

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 (, 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 & 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 & 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.

Complaince & 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:

● degree or PGCE. Recently qualified teachers are encouraged to apply!

● Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).

● SAQA accreditation for…