Faculty
Education
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Education -> Intermediate Phase
Campus/ Location
Wellington Campus - Wellington, WC ZA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
Occupational Function
Academic
Number of Positions
1
Annual Salary Package
To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date
20/10/2024
Job Purpose
The objective is to fill the position of Mathematics lecturer in the IP Department with a staff member with expertise in this area.
Please note that the position is based at the Wellington Campus where tuition is in Afrikaans. Candidates must be able to teach in Afrikaans.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A Master's degree relevant to the teaching of Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, or Mathematics Education.
A relevant teaching qualification relevant to the field of Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics Education.
Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy as a major at undergraduate level.
At least two (2) years' relevant lecturing experience at tertiary level or five (5) years' relevant experience in Intermediate Phase (IP) phase at school level.
Specialized knowledge of methodologies of teaching Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics Education.
Fluency in English and Afrikaans - B.Ed tuition at Wellington is Afrikaans.
Recommendations
A relevant doctoral degree.
Evidence of research outputs and supervision.
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Teaching Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy in the IP and Foundation Phase departments.
Curriculum development and other learning materials.
Supervising students on teaching practice.
Research and involvement in research activities (publications and supervision).
Academic administration, development, and administration.
Assessment and quality assurance.
Networking with schools and other networks.
Community engagement.
Coaching and mentoring of students and staff.
Learner focus and learner support in multilingual classrooms.
Meticulous planning and organizing skills.
Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and online learning).
Perform other ad hoc functions as may be assigned by the head of department.
Competencies
Excellent teaching skills.
Excellent professional and technical knowledge in the subject area.
Adequate content and pedagogical content knowledge.
Excellent communication (written and verbal).
Good interpersonal skills.
Research skills.
Good presentation skills.
Strong learner focus, mentoring and support for learners.
Good administrative and organizational skills (record keeping, etc.).
Adaptability.
Continuous learning and professional development.
Ability to work in a team and working independently.
Meticulous planning and organizing skills/Time Management.
Strong learner focus.
Coaching and mentoring skills.
Time management skills.
Good work ethics and ability to manage work.
Networking with schools/building partnership.
Computer literacy.
General Information
Closing Date: 20 October 2024
For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please contact Ms. Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department on ****** or 021 460 3351.
Please ensure that your online CV highlights and includes the following information:
All your completed qualifications.
Academic transcript for your undergraduate qualification.
Details of your teacher's qualification.
Abstract for your Master's degree and/or Doctoral degree (where applicable).
Your major subjects at undergrad level.
Subjects you have taught and at which level.
Details regarding your research output/publication record and all scholarly achievement.
Details of your Permanent Residency (where applicable).
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives. Therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
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