QUALIFIED ECD TEACHER

Job Advertisement: Qualified ECD Teacher for Ubuntu School’s Early Childhood Program
Position: Qualified ECD Teacher (2s, 3s, or 4s Program) Location: Ubuntu Early Childhood Programme, Gqeberha Contract Type: Full-time Start Date: January 2026

About the Role
Ubuntu is seeking a qualified, passionate, and nurturing Early Childhood Development (ECD) Teacher to join our team. The teacher will lead a classroom within the 2s, 3s, or 4s program using a play-based, emergent curriculum that values exploration, relationships, and curiosity. The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive, stimulating environment that supports each child’s holistic growth and learning.

Key Responsibilities
● Plan and facilitate daily learning experiences guided by play-based and emergent curriculum principles.
● Observe, assess, and document children’s developmental progress using Ubuntu’s ECD framework and CAPS-aligned standards.
● Create a nurturing and engaging environment that promotes cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
● Build positive relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication and engagement.
● Collaborate with the ECD team to plan, reflect, and continuously improve classroom practice.
● Ensure compliance with DSD and SACE professional standards and contribute to Ubuntu’s quality assurance processes.

Minimum Requirements
● ECD Level 5 qualification or higher (Higher Certificate, Diploma, or B.Ed Foundation Phase).
● SACE registration (or proof of registration in progress).
● Minimum of two years’ experience teaching in an early learning environment.
● Strong understanding of early childhood development and play-based learning approaches.
● Effective communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.

Personal Attributes
● Warm, patient, and caring approach to young children.
● Creative, reflective, and flexible teaching style.
● Commitment to Ubuntu’s mission of inclusive, holistic early childhood education.

Why Join Ubuntu

At Ubuntu, you will join a team of dedicated educators committed to transforming lives through quality early learning. We offer a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and a clear career progression pathway aligned with the ECD Practitioner Development Framework.

How to Apply

Email your CV, certified copies of qualifications, proof of SACE registration, and a short motivation letter to apply@ubuntupathways.org with the subject line: “Qualified ECD Teacher Application”

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No applications accepted after November 15th, 2025.