Lecturer - (2335)
University of Western Cape · Bellville, Western Cape
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Start free — we apply for you →- The Department of Educational Studies seeks to appoint a suitable qualified full-time Lecturer to teach Educational Studies, Curriculum Studies and Practical Learning/Education Practice on the B Ed Foundation Phase Teaching Programme .
- The successful incumbent will be expected to contribute top research and teaching in the B Ed Foundation Phase. They will also be expected to serve on Department and Faculty Committees and participate in the Department's community engagement and international projects.
The key performance areas include
- Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Educational Studies, Curriculum Studies and Practical Learning/Education Practice
- Participate in scholarly research and publish in their area of specialisation
- Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision in the field of Educational Studies, linked to their area of specialisation
- Provide administrative and academic support at departmental and faculty level, as required
- Undertake curriculum development and assessment
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree in Educational Studies or Curriculum Studies
- Demonstrate experience in facilitating learning and teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate levels with respect to Foundation Phase teaching
- Evidence of research publications
- Evidence of working with university e-learning platforms using online and blended teaching approaches
Recommendations/Added Advantage
- A PhD in a relevant field or progress towards a relevant Doctoral qualification would be advantageous
- Experience in postgraduate supervision
- Experience in teaching in the Foundation Phase at school level
- The integration of community engagement with learning, teaching and research
Key Competencies Include
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Presentation and facilitation skills
- Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
- Student-focused approach
- Planning and organising skills
- Computer literacy and e-learning skills
- Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely
- learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership.
Closing Date
18/8/2026