THE OPPORTUNITY
For the last four years Common Good has had the privilege of being a pioneering school operating partner (SOP), mandated by the WCED to partner and strengthen a growing network of non-fee paying collaboration schools (now legislated as such) with the goal to improve learner outcomes and close the inequality gap between high performing resourced and no-fee public schools.
We are looking for a pioneering, resilient, dynamic individual who will work closely with our education team across our partner schools to provide curricular and instructional coaching to improve learner achievement, provide targeted teacher development and academic support to meet learner, school, and SOP goals. In particular, the Instructional Coach will be responsible for ensuring the professional development and growth of the educators as well as leading the curricular intervention required to close the achievement gap of the learners. This role is vital to instilling a culture of professional growth and development in the educators across our partner schools.
You’ll thrive in this role if…
You are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children by improving the quality of education in South Africa, have the relevant experience and the desire to serve with an organisation that loves our City and are passionate about social justice. You are driven to collaborate and partner respectfully with other key change agents and influencers in driving school level change. You are highly proactive with strong self-leadership, a pioneering and resilient spirit that is open to working within challenging contexts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful individual will be responsible for the following duties, which are not limited to:
Professional Development for Educators
Observe, mentor, and provide guidance to identified foundation phase school educators and subject mentors across a range of subjects, age groups, and schools as our portfolio grows within
Develop capabilities in teacher coaching as identified within schools and grown in SOP
Contribute to leadership of teaching and learning to ensure alignment to Common Good’s goals of academic excellence
Embed a culture of growth and support in the teachers at our schools
Provide regular feedback to the Professional Development and Lead Coach based on observations of classroom instruction, content teams, and school-based professional development
Contribute to the strategic direction of professional development for teachers based on best practices in effective instruction
Create and deliver professional development programs for schools as required and support/supplement WCED trainings to ensure realization of teacher development goals
Be accountable for the progress and development of teachers as aligned with SOP targets for school improvement
General
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A recognized teaching qualification which includes professional teacher education.
At least 7 years’ primary school teaching experience in a classroom environment.
At least 2 years’ experience coaching/mentoring teachers in a primary (Foundation Phase) school environment
Experience as a Grade Head/HOD
Specific experience using proven strategies to improve learner attainment in literacy and numeracy.
Willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of Common Good is essential.
Competencies and abilities
Highly proactive with good self-leadership
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills
A pioneering and resilient spirit that is open to working with various personalities within potentially challenging school contexts
Competent and skilled communicator with high levels of emotional intelligence
Approachable and trustworthy
Excellent interpersonal skills & the ability to develop positive working relationships with individuals & teams
Mature and responsible attitude towards work with the ability to take ownership of outcomes
Highly adaptable to the ever-changing education landscape
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent time management & organisational skills
Excellent cross-cultural communication skills
Skills and Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of the CAPS FP Curriculum
Excellent personal teaching and learning practices
Ability to co-create instructional support plans to foster teacher development
Advanced computer skills especially in Microsoft Office
APPLICATIONS
To apply, please send a motivational cover letter, your CV and two recent work references to careers @ commongood. o r g. z a by 30 June 2021
REF: Indicate the position title in the subject line
NOTE: An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Applicants who fail to meet the minimum requirements will be automatically disqualified from consideration. Applicants who do not receive a reply within one month of submission should deem their application to have been unsuccessful. We reserve the right not to fill the position