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.