Omf Financial Consultant (Omf Tembisa Birch Ares )

About SPARK Schools:

SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor, 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 equips teachers to serve their students effectively.

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

We have 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, fast-paced, engaging, tech-enabled, and data-driven.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organization, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools, serving over 18,000 families.

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Foundation Phase Maths teachers drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behavior, and academic growth for all students. They are Foundation Phase specialists who receive ongoing professional development customized for their experience and individual needs.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan for and deliver lessons to students.
2. Provide instruction in a variety of subjects with engaging lesson plans and resources.
3. Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and create individualized behavior and learning plans for all students.
4. Lead weekly SEL (Social Emotional Learning) circles and implement SPARK Schools Social Emotional Learning curriculum.
5. Implement behavior management strategies in line with SPARK culture.
6. Administer assessments to track student progress and analyze data for student growth.
7. Submit student results data when required.
8. Attend pre-service professional development before the school year begins and weekly professional development sessions.
9. Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders.
10. Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events.
11. Nurture a high-achieving work environment where all students feel valued and supported.
12. Attend Saturday events and parent community meetings.
13. Implement strategies from the Crisis Management team.
14. Adhere to child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety policies.
15. Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the community.

Qualifications and Criteria:

B.Ed. degree or PGCE in Foundation Phase. Recently qualified teachers are encouraged to apply! Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE) and SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications are required. English language fluency and a clear criminal record are mandatory.

Experience:

Recently qualified teachers or those with experience are encouraged to apply!

Skills and Mindset:

Strong desire to be part of a vibrant, technology-driven work environment fostering creativity and collaboration. We seek 'GEMS' with attributes such as:

1. Grit: Persistence through challenges.
2. Excellence: A track record of high expectations.
3. Mission and Vision Alignment: Passion for the SPARK Schools mission.
4. Self Reflection: Capacity to bring your best self to challenges.

SPARK offers:

• Fair market-linked remuneration.
• Performance-based annual bonuses and increases.
• Above-average annual leave.
• Life, disability, and funeral cover.
• Employee wellness support.
• Educational support & study leave.
• Individualized professional development, support, and mentorship.
• Employee discount on school fees.
• Opportunities for career growth.

Compensation: R20,000 per month cost to company.

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Midrand SPARK Midrand

SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion. Kindly note that should you not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.