Temp Blended Learning Facilitator (Foundation Phase) - SPARK Blue Downs - 2 at SPARK Schools

Blue Downs, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

8466.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

English Language Fluency, Basic Computer Skills, Coaching, Tutoring, Collaboration, Behaviour Management, Social Emotional Learning, Lesson Planning, Reporting, Communication, Teamwork, Adaptability, Creativity, Persistence, Responsibility, Kindness

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

About SPARK Schools: Watch our Vision Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOU0TYnNsZo Take a tour of our Website: https://sparkschools.co.za/ 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 provide 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 has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools’ vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven. SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 18 000 families in 2025. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team. Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal Purpose of Role: SPARK Schools blended learning facilitators in the foundation phase drive student achievement by overseeing the culture and effectiveness of the Learning Lab, SPARK’s innovative computer lab. SPARK Schools blended learning facilitators work directly with students in whole class, small group, and individual settings to provide academic interventions in literacy and maths. Blended learning facilitators are integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars. Responsibilities: Create a positive student culture around online learning and small group tutoring and maintain high behavioural expectations for all students. Actively “coach” students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students. Create and submit lesson plans for tutoring sessions. Tutor small groups of students on literacy and maths skills. Create and submit bi-weekly reports on ST Maths. Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create individualized learning plans for students. Use SPARK culture and behaviour management strategies. Incorporate SPARK SEL (SocialEmotional Learning) curriculum with scholars. Ensure all Learning Lab resources are used and stored responsibly and . Report all damages to hardware to the School Operations Manager and fill out relevant incident reports if needed. Have an updated asset list of all hardware in Learning lab received by the School Operations Manager. Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team. Set into a classroom to cover, should there be an operational need. Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: English language fluency. Clear criminal record. Grade 12 Certificate. Studying part-time towards a B.Ed. or PGCE in the Foundation Phase, in their 3rd or 4th year with a view to becoming a qualified teacher. Provisional SACE Experience: Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children. Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technology. . Skills and Mindset: Strong desire to be part of a vibrant and dynamic technology-driven work environment fostering creativity, collaboration, and an atmosphere that encourages and allows top performers to thrive. Strong desire to be part of a collaborative, team-spirited, and fast-growing Social Impact Disruptor and Society Shaper who is leading change in the education space in South Africa through transformational education innovation, ensuring the accessibility of university and careers for all. Strong desire to be part of a learning culture with excellent career development and advancement opportunities supported by individualized professional development, support, and mentorship. Ability, Desire, and Passion to deliver high-quality transformational education at affordable fees Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness SPARK offers: fair market linked remuneration performance-based annual bonuses and increases above average/good annual leave life, disability and funeral cover employee wellness support educational support & study leave individualised professional development, support and mentorship employee discount on school fees opportunities for career growth Compensation: R8,466 Position Type : Temporary Location: Western Cape Region SPARK Blue Downs SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets. SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply. SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion. Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

Blended Learning Facilitators oversee the culture and effectiveness of the Learning Lab, providing academic interventions in literacy and maths. They create a positive student culture, coach students on computer programs, and collaborate with teachers to develop individualized learning plans.