Lecturer: Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Development at University of the Free State

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Foundation Phase and/or ECD mainly and general education modules.
• Participate in the work integrated learning programme of the Faculty (teaching practice).
• Ensure active involvement in research activities of the Faculty.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Foundation Phase and/or ECD 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 Job Requirements:

• A relevant PhD on NQF level 10 with Early Childhood Development and/or Foundation Phase as the focus of specialisation (For a permanent appointment)

or

• A relevant Master’s degree on NQF level 9 with Early Childhood Development and/or Foundation Phase as the focus of specialisation (contract appointment: 5 years during which a PhD on NQF level 10 must be obtained in order to be converted into a permanent appointment. Candidates must submit proof of registration for a PhD in ECD and/or Foundation Phase.
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the teaching, learning and assessment at either ECD and/or Foundation Phase.
• A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) with ECD and/or Foundation Phase as major(s).
• A minimum of three (3) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or a minimum of one (1) year relevant teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentation at academic conferences or equivalent.
• Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, ideally in an accredited journal.

 
Recommendations:

• A relevant doctoral degree with a focus on the teaching, learning and/or assessment of ECD and/or Foundation Phase.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals,
• Member of national or international accredited journals.
• Experience in postgraduate supervision.