SPARK Schools Careers and Employment

About us

SPARK Schools (SPARK) is an independent school network in South Africa. SPARK was founded by Stacey Brewer and Ryan Harrison in 2011. Their schools use a blended learning model with adaptive software and individualised learning to accelerate learning and increase student achievement.

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Headquarters

South Africa

Website

SPARK Schools website

What is it like to work at SPARK Schools?

2,6		Work/Life Balance
2,8		Salary/Benefits
2,7		Job Security/Advancement
2,7		Management
3,2		Culture

3,0

SPARK's curriculum is amazing. Implementation of curriculum and expanding on scholars' knowledge is great.

Written by Teacher (Current Employee) from Gauteng on 10 June 2020

SPARK's curriculum ensures scholars receive quality education. Implementing (way of teaching) the curriculum and expanding on scholars' knowledge is great. SPARK also uses Dovetail learinging program to improve behavior with scholars via self-management. SPARK Teachers learn how to manage behavior using positive narration. Scholars are not humiliated - more...

Pros

High quality education at affordable price, Personal growth for both scholars and employees, Regular In-house training for employees

Cons

Scholars' academic school day is too long, Too many scholars per class, SPARK does not partake in sports, Teachers have little to no voice, Zero balance between workload and available time

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What are people saying about the leadership at SPARK Schools?

73%

of employees approve of CEO’s performance

CEO Approval is based on 15 ratings

2,0

Not for the faint hearted

Written by English Teacher (Current Employee) from SPARK Schools on 8 May 2020

When I first started I was blown away by the professional development that teachers receive as well as the support from management. I didn't have anything like that at my last school so I was impressed.

As time has gone on, and I'm in my third year now, I am still doing the exact same professional development sessions as I did when I started out, - more...

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