Contract Lecturer - Education Studies (TVET)

Location:	Centurion
Remote work:	Only remote work
Education level:	Honours
Type:	22 months
Company:	Stadio

Job description

Background

STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting a number of student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by industry. STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery.

STADIO is a comprehensive private higher education institution, consisting of the following academic schools:

• Administration and Management
• Architecture and Engineering
• Commerce
• Education
• Fashion
• Humanities
• Information Technology
• Law
• Media and Design
• Policing and Law Enforcement 

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lecture and assess distance learning students in the Advanced Diploma in Technical & Vocational Teaching the following modules:
  >History of vocational education in South Africa
  >Philosophical conversations in a vocational context
  >Vocational Education – perspectives from History and Philosophy
• Perform the role and responsibilities of the module coordinator (MC).
• Compile teaching, learning, and assessment materials.
• Use a learning management system independently and/or work collaboratively to develop and deliver modules.
• Participate in relevant programme, curriculum and material development.
• Carry out allocated internal moderation responsibilities.
• Carry out invigilation of venue-based assessments as reasonably required by the Registrar’s Office.
• Participate in school-based Teaching Practice assessments.
• Provide academic support to students.
• Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to the modules and programmes
• Participate in research and community engagement projects.
• Ensure prompt and effective communication with students, colleagues, line managers, and other members of management.
• Ensure administrative efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with all policies and SOPs.
• Participate in and attend meetings and workshops.
• Fulfil functions on relevant committees, and in meetings and workshops as reasonably requested by management.
• Fulfil all reasonably expected administrative functions relating to the position and as requested by the relevant line manager.

Minimum Requirements | Qualifications:

• At least 5 years teaching and/or lecturing experience in the tertiary (TVET) sector in the relevant phases and disciplines.
• Minimum Bachelor (Honours) or equivalent qualification with relevant study in history and philosophy of education.
• PGCE or other relevant professional teaching qualification
• Experience in curriculum and materials development.
• Experience in online and blended teaching and learning environments.
• A strong background in history and philosophy of education
• Clear understanding of the TVET sector

Key Attributes:

• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Ability to work remotely and flexible hours.

Posted on 02 Jan 14:20, Closing date 17 Jan