3 Classroom Teacher jobs in South Africa

Elementary School Early Childhood (Kindergarten) Homeroom Teacher

CAMPUS: Johannesburg Campus | SUPERVISOR: Elementary Principal | START DATE: January 2026

POSTING DATE: 08 October 2025 | CLOSING DATE: 24 October 2025

Inspire Learning to Build Our Better World. At the American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ), we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers global citizens to fulfill their future purpose. Our vision is to inspire learning to build a better world. We seek a dedicated and passionate professional who aligns with our commitment to excellence and believes in the transformative power of education. Every team member is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment. At AISJ, we value every employee as a learner and expect them to embody and support the AISJ Portrait of Learner (Resilience , Mindful , Thinker , Globally Connected , Curious , Contributor ) through their work. We are dedicated to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community.

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Position overview

The Early Childhood Homeroom Teacher draws on a rich repertoire of pedagogical practices to inform curriculum for children's learning, development and wellbeing. They are responsive to children and their unique social, emotional, and learning profiles. The Early Childhood Homeroom Teacher develops positive relationships with families and other AISJ team members. They collaborate, plan and implement intentional learning opportunities that incorporate a spirit of play and agency through concept-driven inquiry inspired experiences. The Early Childhood Homeroom Teacher creates physical, temporal, intellectual, social and emotional environments that value the cultural and contexts of children and their families. They systematically analyse, assess, monitor and evaluate and share children's learning, development and wellbeing in ways to understand, acknowledge and document children's progress and development.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood teaching certification with at least a four-year degree in education.
• Master's degree or similar (preferred).
• Current teaching certification (appropriate to age level).

• International school early childhood teaching experience.
• Experience in curriculum and assessment development.
• Expertise in building a student-centered, concept-driven, play-based learning environment.
• Investment in and ability to develop a sense of community, belonging and trust.
• An ability to communicate and build relationships with Elementary learners, team members and families.
• A positive attitude and committed team player. Someone who is solution-focussed.
• Deep understanding of the developmental needs of early childhood learners.
• Experience with data-informed, responsive practices.
• Commitment to and proven success within a learning-focussed, collaborative professional environment.
• A proven ability to differentiate instruction to meet individual needs and integrate learning into the daily schedule.
• Understanding of a wide range of assessment tools and strategies with the ability to apply them to play-based instruction.
• Experience in integrating technology to enhance learning.
• Experience using standards and backwards design to plan instruction.

In addition to the grade level expectations, teachers at AISJ are welcomed into a collegial and collaborative working environment. In support of this, teachers are expected to:

• Communicate and liaise on a regular basis with fellow team members with regards to planning, assessment, family and community collaboration, subject organization and homeroom responsibilities including behaviour, expectations and routines.
• Communicate and liaise with colleagues to identify and develop transdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Take an active role in proactive behavior management and wellbeing of students.
• Use a range of strategies to differentiate learning.
• Collaboratively plan units of study.
• Attend and constructively contribute to team meetings.
• Assist in supervision of student breaks. Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the school day.
• Maintain up-to-date records of assessment, attendance, planning, reports, conferences, and communication with families.
• Establish links with the community to ensure that families are kept informed about student progress.
• Participate in at least one co-curricular activity per year.
• Participate in and assist with school events as required.
• Participate in curriculum and professional development opportunities and implement new learning.
• Identify student needs and be the primary advocate of the students in meeting their needs.
• Provide learning environments that are stimulating where children can develop their potential and experience growth.
• Other tasks as determined by the supervisor.

Teacher Competencies

Planning for Learning

• Curriculum Design: Creates personalized, challenging learning sequences that build on prior knowledge while ensuring knowledge transfer and regular reflection opportunities.
• Collaborative Planning: Partners across disciplines and specialties to create cohesive learning experiences
• that connect global contexts while anticipating student needs.
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Designs flexible conceptual units that honor student choice, pace, and multiple pathways to demonstrate understanding.

Maximizing Teacher Efficacy

• Student Agency & Critical Thinking Creates self-directed learners who think critically, set goals, and drive their own learning journey.
• Research-Based Instructional Excellence Implements proven teaching strategies that adapt to individual student needs through continuous assessment and adjustment.
• Connected Learning Design Weaves together global perspectives, real-world applications, and cross-disciplinary connections to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Collaborative Leadership Builds a learning community where students develop leadership skills through structured collaboration and personalized engagement.

Reflecting as Practitioners

• Student Agency: Builds student capacity for self-assessment through modeling, tools, and targeted feedback that drives individual growth.
• Data-Informed Practice: Analyzes student achievement data to align curriculum, refine teaching strategies, and measure instructional effectiveness.
• Professional Growth: Engages in collaborative reflection and data analysis with colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices and student outcomes.

Promoting Relationships, Community, & Culture

• Builds strong community-school partnerships and actively participates in community initiatives to enrich the learning environment.
• Adapts teaching practices by staying informed of educational and societal changes while understanding each learner's unique cultural background, learning style, and needs.
• Creates an inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity, challenges stereotypes, and connects
• learning to students' real-world experiences and cultural contexts.
• Fosters a growth mindset by encouraging calculated risk-taking and developing students' autonomy, personal responsibility, and ownership of learning.

All community members are expected to be committed to the AISJ Community Principles.

• We are better when we act together.
• Our differences make us stronger.
• Every voice counts.
• Every voice matters.
• Every team needs individuals.
• Every individual needs a team.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday one hundred and eighty-eight) days per school year

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please complete the electronic form please click here. Information captured will be securely stored and used for a reference check on the candidate's compatibility. AISJ reserves the right to appoint the strongest candidate before the closing date if required.

SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION

AISJ maintains robust child protection policies to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment for our students. All employees must undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training, and sign a safeguarding agreement.

PRIVACY

By submitting your CV, you consent to AISJ processing your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy, accessible atAISJ Privacy Policy, and under the Protection of Personal Information Act of 2013.

Job Description: Elementary School Teaching Partner (Kindergarten)

CAMPUS: Johannesburg Campus | SUPERVISOR: Elementary Principal | START DATE: January 2026 |

POSTING DATE: 08 October 2025 | CLOSING DATE: 24 October 2025

Inspire Learning to Build Our Better World. At the American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ), we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers global citizens to fulfill their future purpose. Our vision is to inspire learning to build a better world. We seek a dedicated and passionate professional who aligns with our commitment to excellence and believes in the transformative power of education. Every team member is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment. At AISJ, we value every employee as a learner and expect them to embody and support the AISJ Portrait of Learner (Resilience , Mindful , Thinker , Globally Connected , Curious , Contributor ) through their work. We are dedicated to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community.

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Teaching Partner works alongside the Homeroom Teacher to support and enhance learning. They establish an effective rapport with learners and other educators. The Teaching Partner works closely with the Homeroom Teacher in most aspects of teaching and learning that takes place inside and outside the classroom. They uphold AISJ's community and learning principles, and collaborate regularly with other members of the team to create and maintain an inclusive learning environment. The Teaching Partner should be familiar with and model AISJ's vision and purpose.

As a Teaching Partner at AISJ you will have an opportunity to work with learners from around the world. You will work with research-based practices in education, and data to plan for instruction and assessment in order to meet the needs of each child.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children
• Excellent level of spoken and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience operating in collaborative learning environments
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Education degree/diploma or working towards
• Teacher certification or working towards
• Experience working in schools and educational environments
• Experience with technology software

General Teaching Responsibilities

• Assists in creating a learning environment where learners can develop their full potential and experience growth
• Assists with the general preparation and organization of learning material and experiences
• Assists the Homeroom and Specialist Teachers in instruction and differentiated learning
• Establishes effective communication and relationships with families and learners
• Identifies and works with learners to support their needs on an individual and/or small group basis
• Supervises learners in and out of the classroom during the school day
• Participates in curriculum and educator development opportunities as required
• Maintains a high level of professional competence through in-service education and professional growth activities
• Helps prepare classroom publications and educator materials under the guidance of the Homeroom and Specialist Teachers
• Supervises and attends to assigned duties
• Assumes the role of Teacher in the Teacher's absence
• Other tasks as determined by the Principal

Teacher Competencies

Planning for Learning

• Curriculum Design: Creates personalized, challenging learning sequences that build on prior knowledge while ensuring knowledge transfer and regular reflection opportunities.
• Collaborative Planning: Partners across disciplines and specialties to create cohesive learning experiences
• that connect global contexts while anticipating student needs.
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Designs flexible conceptual units that honor student choice, pace, and multiple pathways to demonstrate understanding.

Maximizing Teacher Efficacy

• Student Agency & Critical Thinking Creates self-directed learners who think critically, set goals, and drive their own learning journey.
• Research-Based Instructional Excellence Implements proven teaching strategies that adapt to individual student needs through continuous assessment and adjustment.
• Connected Learning Design Weaves together global perspectives, real-world applications, and cross-disciplinary connections to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Collaborative Leadership Builds a learning community where students develop leadership skills through structured collaboration and personalized engagement.

Reflecting as Practitioners

• Student Agency: Builds student capacity for self-assessment through modeling, tools, and targeted feedback that drives individual growth.
• Data-Informed Practice: Analyzes student achievement data to align curriculum, refine teaching strategies, and measure instructional effectiveness.
• Professional Growth: Engages in collaborative reflection and data analysis with colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices and student outcomes.

Promoting Relationships, Community, & Culture

• Builds strong community-school partnerships and actively participates in community initiatives to enrich the learning environment.
• Adapts teaching practices by staying informed of educational and societal changes while understanding each learner's unique cultural background, learning style, and needs.
• Creates an inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity, challenges stereotypes, and connects
• learning to students' real-world experiences and cultural contexts.
• Fosters a growth mindset by encouraging calculated risk-taking and developing students' autonomy, personal responsibility, and ownership of learning.

All community members are expected to be committed to the AISJ Community Principles.

• We are better when we act together.
• Our differences make us stronger.
• Every voice counts.
• Every voice matters.
• Every team needs individuals.
• Every individual needs a team.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday one hundred and eighty-eight) days per school year

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please complete the electronic formplease click here. Information captured will be securely stored and used for a reference check on the candidate's compatibility. AISJ reserves the right to appoint the strongest candidate before the closing date if required.

SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION

AISJ maintains robustchild protection policies to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment for our students. All employees must undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training, and sign a safeguarding agreement.

PRIVACY

By submitting your CV, you consent to AISJ processing your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy, accessible atAISJ Privacy Policy, and under the Protection of Personal Information Act of 2013.