EARLY LEARNING CENTRE – KG2, GRADE 0, AND GRADE 1 MENTEE TEACHER
Commencement Date: January 2025
Redhill School is an independent K-12 co-educational school located in Morningside, Sandton. The school offers a rigorous academic program with a personalized learning approach, designed to help students find their passion and reach their full potential. Alongside this, Redhill provides a diverse co-curricular programme and ample opportunities for leadership and service. For further information about the school, please visit our website at http://www.redhill.co.za.
We are also proud to announce that Redhill has recently opened a new, state-of-the-art Early Learning Centre, designed according to the Reggio Emilia philosophy—one of the most celebrated approaches to early childhood education in the world. The philosophy promotes self-directed, experiential learning in relationship-driven environments, with a strong emphasis on creativity, exploration, and the child’s voice in their learning journey. While training in Reggio Emilia is not mandatory, it will be a significant advantage for candidates interested in working in this progressive environment.
This position offers a wonderful opportunity for a Mentee Teacher to join our Early Learning teaching team starting in Term 1 of the 2025 academic year.
What is a Mentee Teacher? A Mentee Teacher is someone who has recently qualified or is in their final year of study, seeking valuable experience and mentorship in a real classroom environment. Working closely with a Lead Teacher, the Mentee Teacher will gain practical, hands-on teaching experience while being guided and supported in the development of their professional skills.
The ideal candidate for this position should:
- Be a recently qualified teacher or a student teacher in their final year of study, looking for mentorship alongside an experienced Lead Teacher.
- Have a genuine interest in working with children in KG2, Grade 0, or Grade 1.
- Possess a good command of English, with strong reading, writing, and communication skills.
- Be computer literate and understand how to effectively integrate technology in the classroom.
- Be self-motivated, responsible, focused, and capable of working independently.
- Demonstrate a positive, flexible, and adaptable personality.
- Be willing to take initiative and show creativity in various situations.
- Be open to receiving guidance and instruction from experienced teachers while assisting with all classroom duties, including administrative tasks.
- Have strong organisational skills to maintain an orderly learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
- Exhibit good social and observational skills and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Display integrity, discretion, and professionalism at all times.
Application Process
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact details of at least three referees to:
Mrs Sue Pilkington-Williams
Head of Early Learning Centre, Redhill School
Email: spilkington-williams@redhill.co.za
Applications close at 16h00 on Wednesday, 23 October 2024
Join us in shaping the future of young learners in one of the world’s leading Early Learning Centres!
Redhill School reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not heard from the School by 22 November 2024, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Redhill reserves to right to appoint someone earlier if a suitable candidate presents him/herself. Redhill reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Redhill School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer