Educor is the largest private education supplier in Southern Africa., managing 10 educational brands across its more than 60 campuses and sites in South Africa and internationally. As a Group we possess a rich heritage with brands that have been in existence for many years. Since our inception in 2008, Educor has evolved into an education giant offering face-to-face, distance and online learning. Our face to face brands include Damelin, CityVarsity, ICESA, Central Technical College and recently the Dermatech Training Institute. Distance brands include INTEC College, Damelin Correspondence College (DCC) and our higher-education distance brand, Lyceum. New additions to the Educor house of brands are our innovative and inspiring online brands, Damelin Online and CityVarsity Online. These brands remain the cornerstone of the Educor stable.<\/p>\n
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Job Title: Lecturer: Engineering<\/strong> Job Summary:<\/strong> MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<\/strong> Academic leadership and Research:<\/strong> Student records and Academic monitoring:<\/strong> General Academic administration:<\/strong> Student Support and contact sessions (Distance):<\/strong> Contact Session:<\/strong> Student Guidance:<\/strong> REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:<\/strong> MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:<\/strong> KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:<\/strong> COMPETENCIES OF THE JOB:<\/strong>
\nLocation:<\/strong> Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
\nReference #:<\/strong> LECENG
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Permanent\/Contract
\nSalary:<\/strong> Market Related<\/p>\n
\nTo undertake lecturing duties and the associated functions of preparation, assessment, moderation and curriculum development<\/p>\n
\nAcademic content Development and Lecturing:
\nDesign of relevant academic programmes
\nDevelopment of curriculum for programmes
\nMaintenance and updating of content relevant to subjects taught including but not limited to:
\nDesign Matrixes\/Curriculum
\nLesson plans, Methodologies
\nAssessment briefs
\nContent Manuals
\nInclusion of student, industry and institutional feedback in curriculum development
\nAligning specifications of programmes
\nAttend and contribute to relevant quality committees including the specific Programme committee;
\nCollaboration with other subject lecturers and incorporation of feedback into overall subject content development
\nDevelopment of subject presentation material
\nKeeping abreast of institutional, industry and academic changes
\nDevelopment of programme\u2019s associated policies
\nSubmissions for regulatory approval of relevant programmes (including HEQC and DOE)
\nTo lecture subject matter
\nPlan and prepare for the lectures and provide visual notes for students
\nTake responsibility for the quality of teaching provided, ensure continuous improvement and where necessary undertake training to ensure standards are delivered
\nUpgrade design matrixes\/curriculum by benchmarking against public and industry standards, both nationally and internationally
\nSupervise student projects and placements (WIL) where required<\/p>\n
\nResponsible for research in the subjects taught; incorporation of this research into curriculum and feedback of said research to department
\nResearch and include relevant new Industry trends, treatments, etc. of relevant subject knowledge and research in content
\nParticipation in the monitoring, evaluation and development of academic programmes
\nConduct academic research
\nLiaison with academic colleagues and relevant people in commerce and industry to ensure ongoing development and relevant academic programmes<\/p>\n
\nParticipation in student registration process
\nSet exam papers and assessment tools\/instruments according to the guidelines
\nMarking \/ moderation of tests and examination papers as requested by the Faculty Head\/ Academic Manager
\nPlan and initiate assessments as outlined
\nExam papers are to be marked within the allocated time schedule and marked against the model answer provided in the memorandum
\nReview of summative and formative assessments against subject framework, outcomes and contribution to qualification<\/p>\n
\nBe available for student guidance, mentorship and networking, extra lessons
\nDepartmental administrative duties
\nRepresentation at institutional events
\nPossible service on institutional committees
\nConducting At-Risk evaluations, Plans for progress and Progress report and Feedback
\nCapturing of marks onto ICAS<\/p>\n
\nStudent Support:<\/strong>
\nProvide assistance to students by answering subject related queries as directed by the Senior Lecturer
\nThe response to the students could be telephonic or by correspondence or e-mail
\nProvide copies of correspondence to the Senior Lecturer \/ Faculty head or a written report on telephone support provided<\/p>\n
\nThe incumbent is responsible to conduct contact classes for each primary subject allocated to the incumbent
\nPrepare slides for contact sessions. The slides should be ready at least seven days prior to the contact session
\nPresent the subject and respond to student queries at the contact session
\nThe contact session should be at least 1.5 hours in duration per subject
\nContact session are generally conducted in Johannesburg, but may also be conducted in other cities\/towns in South Africa
\nA feedback report following contact sessions must be submitted to the Senior Lecturer \/ Faculty head.<\/p>\n
\nTwo comprehensive letters of guidance per primary subject is required for each examination cycle as per the agreed format
\nThe letter of guidance should provide clear guidelines as to the type of questions to be expected, as well as important aspects to study for the examination
\nThe documentation must be submitted in the agreed electronic format<\/p>\n
\nA strong knowledge of the subject matter combined with a broad subject background enabling contributions to the teaching programmes
\nOne qualification level higher than the subject matter being taught
\nManagement and Teaching in tertiary environment
\n3 years industry and \/or 3 years lecturing experience withing the relevant field of Engineering
\nPossess specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop teaching and \/or research programmes and the provision of learning support
\nComputer literacy is essential especially in MS Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel<\/p>\n
\nAcademic content development
\nContribute to the preparation of course materials
\nCarry out administrative tasks related to courses and attend meetings as required by the department\u2019s management team
\nMaintain a practical understanding of service standards and quality improvement initiatives relevant to the department and work to these standards, engaging in personal and professional development as appropriate
\nResearching and developing new topics, courses and teaching materials, including online resources.
\nParticipation in Examination Certification and Promotion of learners.
\nTo lecturer subject matter (Face to Face)
\nTo conduct contact session with students (Distance)<\/p>\n
\nAcademic content Development and Lecturing
\nAcademic leadership and Research
\nStudent records and Academic monitoring
\nGeneral Academic administration
\nStudent Support and Contact session (Distance)<\/p>\n
\nPlanning and organizing competencies
\nInteracting with Students and Communities
\nExcellent Interpersonal and Managerial Skills
\nGood team player who is flexible \/ adaptable
\nExtensive Product knowledge
\nStrong communication skills especially verbal and written English
\nStrong attention to detail
\nExcellent organisational and administrative skills
\nAbility to assist remotely<\/p>\n