19 Oct
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
Pretoria
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
The Department of Childhood Education at the University of Johannesburg offer undergraduate and post graduate degrees programmes.
In the professional undergraduate programmes on the Soweto campus teachers qualify to teach in the foundation and intermediate phase of schooling. In addition to the course work, the undergraduate programme is extended by a practicum component where students spend time in a primary school that is associated with the university.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching in the field of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase of schooling in the undergraduate and postgraduate teacher education programmes.
- Integrating content on English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase with the practicum focus on child development studies.
- Research in English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the primary school teacher education programme and/or Teaching Methods in the primary school.
- Community engagement in the area of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase and Teaching methodology and practicum.
- Administration of university teaching,
research and community engagement in the portfolio of the position.
- Post graduate supervision of students in areas related to the position.
- Support, guide and monitor student experience initiatives.
- Oversee and coordinate the Masters online programme in the department.
Minimum requirements for Associate Professor
- A suitable doctoral qualification in Education or a related field
- Has successfully supervised Master's and Doctoral students
- Extensive experience in designing and teaching postgraduate research courses
- Extensive teaching experience in courses related to English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase, Teaching methodology and practicum or in teacher education for the primary school
- Consistent research output in accordance with Department of Higher Education research output requirements
- Evidence of a national reputation in the field of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education for the primary school
Minimum requirements for Senior Lecturer
- A suitable doctoral qualification in Education or a related field
- Teaching experience in courses related to English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase, Teaching Methodology and Practicum or in teacher education for the primary school
- Evidence of some postgraduate supervision
- Consistent research output in accordance with Department of Higher Education research output requirements
Recommendations:
- Research project management experience
- School research experience
- Qualitative and/or Quantitative research methods
- Sound understanding of the integrated approach of teaching in the Foundation Phase
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Computer Literacy
- Fluent English language use
- Strong interpersonal relationships
- Analytical thinking and coordination skills
- Able to work with teachers in in-service development programmes
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Dr Kathleen Fonseca on Tel: (011) 559 5110
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mrs Glaudina Croukamp (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3467
▶️ Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Education: Department of Childhood Education) (Re-advert)
🖊️ UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
📍 Pretoria