4 Early Learning jobs in South Africa

Cotlands is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) committed to creating access to quality play-based early learning experiences through toy libraries and early learning playgroups and training programmes. Join the passionate team at this leading NGO, with a strong national footprint. The organisation is well established and has been in operation for more than 86 years.

This position is suitable for a person who resonates with the Cotlands values of play, responsibility, excellence, impact, possibilities and responsiveness.

The role of the Team leader: Early learning play groups requires the individual to provide guidance, instruction, direction and leadership to the team for the purpose of achieving the strategic goals.

1. Leadership

   1.1   Set performance objectives

   p>1.1.1    Brief team
   < >1.1.2    Monitor and measure individual performance
   < >1.1.3    Plan and allocate work
   < >1.1.4    Discipline team members
   < >1.2   Establish a working team
   p>1.2.1    Identify and assign roles and responsibilities
   < >1.2.2    Orientate and induct new team members
   < >1.2.3    Coaching team members
   < >1.2.4    Train team members
   < >1.2.5    Lead the team
   < >1.2.6    Motivate and build the team
   < >1.2.7    Communicate and negotiate
   < >1.2.8    Manage and resolve conflict
   < >1.2.9    Develop a self-managing team that are equipped and empowered problem solve and self-regulate
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2. Self-management

   2.1   Communication

   p>2.2   Demonstrate sound financial judgment
   p>2.3   Utilise time efficiently and effectively
   p>2.4   Manage and cope with stress
   p>2.5   Take responsibility for own development and career growth

3. Resource management

   3.1   Interview and select team members

   p>3.2   Assist with budget plan and management
   p>3.3   Identify cost structures
   p>3.4   Conduct and comply with health and safety procedures
   p>3.5   Establish collaborative network and database of organisations within the region

4. Quality management

   4.1   Conduct meetings

   p>4.2   Solve problems
   p>4.3   Make decisions
   p>4.4   Conduct presentations and public speaking
   p>4.5   Prepare reports
   p>4.6   Meet client/donor needs
   p>4.7   Set clear working objectives
   p>4.8   Manage projects and workload
   p>4.9   Plan and allocate work
   p>4.10    Monitor compliance
   /li>

Provide input and feedback to the national team for quality improvement and service delivery to ALL stakeholders.

NATURE AND SCOPE

Knowledge and experience required

• Relevant degree/qualification (minimum ECD L5)
• Appropriate experience and knowledge
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office package
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Competencies

1. Ability to manage employees
2. Maintain strong ethics
3. Create a sense of connection and belonging
4. Nurture growth
5. Mentor and coach employees

By applying for the above mentioned position, applicants consent to Cotlands to conduct qualification, ID, Criminal and Reference checks on them which form part of its recruitment process.   
Closing date for applications: 14 April 2024 by close of business.
 
NB. Applicants who have not heard from Cotlands one month after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful and, any future correspondence from Cotlands thereof will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.

Job Title: Lecturer - Higher Certificate In Early Childhood Care And Education - Polokwane

Job Location: Limpopo, Polokwane

Deadline: September 01, 2025

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Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Deliver lectures and engage students based on module-specific requirements in line with module pacing.
2. Manage resources including academic materials and liaise with the Information Centre.
3. Update Learning Management System and provide feedback to students.
4. Engage and prepare students for assessments, identify at-risk students, and develop assessments in accordance with Central Academic Team briefings.
5. Monitor student engagement and assessment submissions, with relevant escalation.
6. Attend and participate in academic meetings across all faculties.
7. Support Part-time Lecturers with faculty requirements.
8. Reflect on, review, and analyze student module results.
9. Offer academic support to the Programme Coordinator with results analysis and tracking of modules to assess performance and identify at-risk modules.
10. Develop and design teaching-learning materials to support module-specific outcomes.
11. Assist with student registration and orientation as required.
12. Conduct scholarly disciplinary-based or SOTL research and deliver research outputs according to institution/brand’s research targets; contribute to teaching-learning practices.
13. Complete a set number of academic professional development interventions per cycle to improve teaching practices and professional status.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Education, Honours NQF Level 8
• Bachelor of Education in Foundation / PGCE NQF Level 7
• 2 to 3 years of lecturing or formal tutoring experience
• 1 to 3 years of industry-specific experience in the area of specialization (advantageous)

Good Shepherd Lutheran College is a co-educational, non-government school for ELC to Year 12 students. It has three campuses across Darwin: Howard Springs, Palmerston and Leanyer.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced Early Childhood Educators to join the dynamic relief team across all campuses on a casual basis.

Relief Educators are responsible for creating a stimulating, safe, and supportive environment for children aged 3 and 4 years. You will play a vital role in nurturing our youngest learners and supporting their development through engaging activities and play-based learning.

The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and will be passionate about supporting young children throughout their early educational journey.

What We Offer:

• Flexible career journey - casual positions
• Supportive community that prioritises career growth and wellbeing
• Free on-site car parking

Applications close: Open to applications on an ongoing basis

Applications may be assessed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for an interview before the deadline.

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