Lecturer: Teaching Practice and Teacher Education (Science or Mathematics) – Senior and FET Teaching at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally.
• 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 Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally.
• 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:

• PhD in Education with a focus on Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally on NQF level 10 (for a permanent appointment).

or

• A relevant master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally on NQF level 9 (for a contract appointment: 5 years during which a PhD on NQF level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted into a permanent position).
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the area of Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally.
• A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) with a focus on Senior and FET Teaching (Science or Mathematics major).
• A minimum of five (5) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or two (2) years relevant experience in a post-school environment (e.g. as lecturer or researcher).
• 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 in Education (on NQF level 10) with a focus on Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development will be a strong recommendation.
• Registered for a Doctoral degree with a specific focus on Curriculum, Teaching Practice and/or Teacher Development generally. (Candidates must attach official proof of registration towards a PhD).
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals,
• Experience in postgraduate supervision.