Teacher Assistant (FTC) - SPARK Riversands High School - 2026
SPARK Schools · Gauteng
Posted 30 October 2026
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Instruction & Curriculum Delivery
- Assist lead teachers in classroom routines, preparation, small group supervisions and ensuring that the learning environment is conducive to learning.
- Assist the lead teacher with lesson planning, creating teaching aids, and providing support during instructional activities.
- Observe lessons and participate in basic instructional outcomes.
- Support assessments and grade small tasks or homework.
- Participate in place-based education and implement SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment activities.
Collaboration & Planning
- Assist with marking and data tracking of subjects' assessments and exams.
- Support scholars during Personalised Learning time or in learning centres
- Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching.
- Facilitate Coding and Robotics Lessons
Scholar Progress Monitoring
- Track scholar's academic performance and ensure Personalised Learning Plans are on track under the supervision of the lead teacher.
- Scholar project tracking and facilitation
- Lunch and break supervision
Scholar Supervision and Monitoring
- Supervise lunch and break during the instructional day
- School patrols
- Bathroom supervision
- Ensure SPARK's healthy food scheme is enforced with students by checking lunches
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
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.
- Provide support during transitions, lunch, break, and other non-instructional times
- Submit scholar data and records as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Fluency in English
- Matric + NQF Level ⅘ and in progress to obtain B.Ed (SP/FET) - Mathematics
- Clear criminal record
Qualities
- Grit: Persistence through challenges.
- Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
- Mission and Vision Alignment : Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
- Self-reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and opportunities.
Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness