HOW DO I BECOME A TEACHER’S ASSISTANT FOR 2022 IN SOUTH AFRICA?

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How do I become a teacher’s assistant for 2022 in South Africa?

What are The Criteria?
  1. Must have Grade 12 / Matric.
  2. 18 – 35 years of age (must not turn 36 before 31 March 2022)
  3. Live within walking distance from the school.
  4. Must not be working, studying or training (even part-time)
  5. Must not be receiving a government grant (NSFAS, Funza Lushaka,)
  6. No criminal record.

What are the duties of teacher assistant?

A teaching aide is a person who works in a classroom to aid the classroom instructor. Professionals in this field help students one-on-one or in small groups to better understand and apply classroom material. They are responsible for designing lessons, keeping track of student progress, and supervising the preparation process.
Is it possible to apply to be a teacher’s aide right now?
It has been formally stated by the DBE that the application period for new TAs will begin on September 26 and end on October 16, 2022.

 

DBE APPLICATION FOR SCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT RECRUITING ELIGIBILITY

  • Youth between the ages of 18 and 35;
  • You must be a South African citizen
  • Youths currently neither in education/ training, nor receiving any form of government grant;
  • Young people with disability and women, are eligible and encouraged to apply for this enriching experience.

In addition to the above, you must meet the following educational qualification:

  • To qualify as an Education Assistant, you must have passed matric English, while an NQF Level 4, 6 and 7 qualification certificate, will be an added advantage.
  • However, for placement as a General School Assistant, a matric certificate is not required for Infrastructure support and Sports and Enrichment Agents, although Trade certificates will be an added advantage.
  • To work in the education environment, you must have a good ability to work with people, and within groups, have good communication skills and be a good listener and have interest in academics.

Should you receive notice that you have been selected for shortlisting, you will be required to prepare the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Testimonials (former school, local chief, church leader, etc)
  • Police clearance certificates
  • Affidavit/Declaration by applicant stating he/she has no criminal record while awaiting the Police clearance
  • Certified qualifications such as Matric, (where applicable: NQF Level 4 qualification certificate, for Education Assistant applicants with NQF level 6 and 7 an added advantage)
  • Certified copy of identity document/ passport

DBE SCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT RECRUITMENT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

  • To apply for the teaching assistant jobs, kindly register on https://sayouth.mobi and choose the school nearest to you.
  • NOTE: This is the only way to apply, as you cannot apply to the school directly.

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