About SPARK Schools:Watch our Vision Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOU0TYnNsZoTake a tour of our Website: https://sparkschools.co.za/SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africa’s first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 15,000 families in 2023. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.Reports To: Principal or Assistant PrincipalPurpose of Role: SPARK Schools PE coaches drive student achievement by overseeing the culture and effectiveness of physical education. SPARK Schools PE coaches work directly with students in the school’s outdoor sports spaces to increase and maintain their health and wellness.PE coaches are integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.Responsibilities:● Create a positive student culture around physical education and maintain high behavioural expectations for all students.● Use SPARK culture and behaviour management practices. Implement SPARK SEL(Social Emotional Learning) Curriculum.● Supervise scholars during morning arrivals.● Set up for SPARKs Fly.● Actively coach students in the development of gross motor skills, team habits, and specific sports skills.● Teach students about healthy eating, exercise, and hygiene habits, including positive choices they should make at home and at school.● Create lesson plans aligned to network-wide PE curriculum and personalised for students.● Plan strategies to stretch content and scholar outcomes during the course of the academic year.● Take responsibility for PE equipment and report any damage..● Communicate professionally with school staff and parents regarding students.● Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.● Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders. Qualifications and Criteria:The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:● Grade 12 Certificate.● Preferably studying a degree in Human Movement/ Sport Science.● English language fluency.● Clear criminal record● SACE registration required.Experience:● Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.● Physical Education experience or training.Skills and Mindset:● Strong desire to be part of a vibrant and dynamic technology-driven work environment fostering creativity, collaboration and an atmosphere that encourages and allows top performers to thrive.● Strong desire to be part of a collaborative, team spirited and fast growing Social ImpactDisruptor and Society Shaper who is leading change in the education space in South Africa through transformational education innovation, ensuring the accessibility of university and careers for all.● Strong desire to be part of a learning culture with excellent career development and advancement opportunities supported by individualised professional development, support and mentorship.● Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.SPARK Values: - Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness.SPARK offers: fair market linked remunerationperformance-based annual bonuses and increasesabove average/good annual leavelife, disability and funeral coveremployee wellness supporteducational support & study leaveindividualised professional development, support and mentorshipemployee discount on school feesopportunities for career growthCompensation:R 12,699.00 per month cost to companyPosition Type: Full TimeLocations: Randburg, GautengSPARK FerndaleSPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets.SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.#J-18808-Ljbffr