Department Of Early Childhood Education Lecturer – University Of Pretoria

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Department of Early Childhood Education Lecturer
University of Pretoria
Pretoria
20 December 2024Faculty of Education – Department of Early Childhood Education Lecturer (One Post) Job ID: 25767 Education Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular FACULTY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LECTURER (ONE POST) The University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Curriculum development and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the Department;Pursuing research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the Department;Developing, presenting and co-ordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance programmes;Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: M Ed in Early Childhood Education / Foundation Phase/ Learner Support, or equivalent degree;One to three years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education and/or Foundation Phase;Evidence of some research experience;Evidence of school-based or related tertiary-level experience;Evidence of some experience in community projects;Evidence of some admin or managerial skills or leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development.REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): Knowledge of the South African education system and policy framework on Early Childhood Development and Foundation Phase Education;Knowledge and experience in Early Childhood Development and Foundation Phase Education programmes and approaches in Inclusive Education, Learners with Special Educational Needs (LSEN), and Learning Support;Appropriate language and communication skills;Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision;Ability to work as an individual and in a team.ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: Teaching experience at a Higher Education Institution in Early Childhood Development programmes and Foundation Phase Education;Knowledge, experience and relevant qualifications in Foundation Phase Language and Literacy Practice or Foundation Phase Home Language Sepedi, or Setswana, or Isizulu, or Isindebele, or Tshivenda, or Xitsionga;Knowledge and experience in curriculum transformation, decolonising Early Childhood or Foundation Phase pedagogy, and indigenous knowledge systems;Knowledge and experience in integration of digital technology, especially Coding and Robotics, in Early Childhood Development programmes and Foundation Phase education;PhD in Early Childhood Education Foundation Phase or equivalent degree; or current PhD registration in Early Childhood Education/Foundation Phase or equivalent degree;Experience of teaching practice of work-integrated learning;Ability and/or some experience in conducting own research, and evidence of research publications;Experience in curriculum development initiatives;Experience of supervision of postgraduate students;Knowledge and experience of facilitation in an E-learning environment.The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for these posts, please attach: A comprehensive UP format CV;Certified copies of qualifications;Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research);Teaching Portfolio;Self-evaluation.CLOSING DATE: 20 December 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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