Lecturer: Teacher Education (Job ID: 6608)

Duties and responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Curriculum Studies and Teacher Education in general.
• Participate in the Work Integrated Learning programme of the faculty Teaching Practice.
• Engage in research activities of the faculty and produce research outputs in accredited journals and other outlets.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Curriculum Studies and Teacher Education specifically.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
• Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty.

Inherent requirements: Lecturer

• A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education Pre-service or In-service Teachers or related discipline for a permanent appointment

or

• Master's degree on NQF Level 9 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education Pre-service or In-service Teacherscontract appointment: five 5 years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education Pre-service or In-service Teachers MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent appointment.
• Candidates must submit proof of registration for a doctoral degree in Education with a focus on Teacher Education Pre-service or In-service Teachers attach a copy.
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to Teacher Education Pre-service or In-service Teachers attach a copy.
• A formal teaching qualification with Intermediate Phase Teaching or Primary School Teaching as a major e.g. Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent attach a copy.
• A minimum of five 5 years relevant working experience in a school environment or at least two 2 years in a higher education or research and development environment.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record attach a copy.

Recommendations

• Proven research record of relevant publications in national accredited journals.
• Member of a national or international scholarly society or committee.
• Experience in school-based community engagement work
• Experience in school leadership as either a Subject Head, Head of Department, Cluster leader, Deputy Principal, etc.

Competencies Key Competencies:

Results-oriented

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

Strategic Thinking

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

Business Acumen

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Leading

• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

Building Coalitions

• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
• The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.