Lecturer (Faculty of Education: Department of Childhood Education)
Position Summary
Introduction
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”.
Job description
- Teaching English for the Primary School and English methodology modules (ability to teach English language/grammar, children’s literature, and English methodology)
- Research in English in the primary school and/or primary school teacher education
- Community engagement in the area of language, literature and/or literacy
- Administration of university teaching, research and community engagement in the portfolio of the position
- Postgraduate supervision of students in areas related to the position
- Active participation in work-integrated learning (WIL) in the department
Minimum requirements
- Minimum of a Masters in English Education or English Studies or Applied English Language Studies
- Experience in primary school teacher education for English, including integrating disciplinary content knowledge with teaching practice
- Experience in Honours supervision
- Some evidence of research output, appropriate to the position
- Computer Literacy
- Fluent English language use
- Strong interpersonal relationships
- Analytical thinking and coordination skills
- Able to work with teachers in in-service development programmes
- A PhD, or close to completion of a PhD, related to English education in the primary school
- Experience in supervision at Master’s level
- Experience in incorporating technology in teaching and learning
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
