Intern Teacher; FTC - SPARK Blue Downs High School WC Job Cape Town area,South Africa,Education / Teaching

Position: Intern Teacher (FTC) - SPARK Blue Downs High School - 2026 (WC)

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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 and 5 high schools and serving over 16,000 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Intern Teachers are developing educators who co-plan and co-teach lessons under the guidance of a mentor teacher. They support scholar achievement by contributing to a positive classroom environment and practicing instructional delivery, while building content knowledge and pedagogical skills aligned to SPARK’s academic and cultural model.

Requirements

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,…


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