Overview
Teaching and Learning Specialist Jobs in Durban at ADvTECH
Direct Reporting Line:
Head: Academic
Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
The IIE’s Varsity College, Durban North Campus has a vacancy for a Teaching and Learning Specialist (T&L Specialist).
Duties and Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance of Teaching and Learning
Ensure compliance and quality enhancement in all teaching and learning processes and initiatives.
Management and Development of Teaching Practice on Campus.
Work to develop lecturer’s teaching skills and reflective practice through a process of continuous conversation that includes the teaching portfolio, peer reviews, SETs and continuous development plan
Implement training workshops for part-time lecturer development (Specifically lecturers’ reflective teaching practice and marking practice) based on Peer reviews; SETs and development plan.
Teaching and Learning Culture on campus
Promotes a Teaching and Learning Culture on campus by building communities of best academic practice and drives uptake of contemporary developments in Teaching and Learning for the lecturers.
The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE’s Varsity College achieving its annual research output targets.
Teaching and Learning Resource
Collaborate with Faculty Heads, Educational technologists; Permanent lecturers and National Teaching and Learning Manager, in planning, brainstorming and problem solving on Teaching and Learning matters
Lecturing
Lectures 1 module per semester (not exceeding 70 hours in total).
Competencies Required:
A highly creative individual – looking for an out-the-box thinker
Superior communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills
Demonstrated ability to manage work and self proactively
A proven track record of effective teaching based on a reflective practice
Tolerance for operating in a pressurised environment and industry
Proven ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Able to demonstrate the ability to manage relationships with managers and staff effectively in terms of motivation, quality, and performance
Proven computer literacy
Demonstrated competence in being solutions driven
Experience in the use of technology to enhance learning is an added advantage
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree PLUS Postgraduate Diploma/ Bachelors Honours Degree in Education (PGCE or B.Ed Hon) AND;
Higher postgraduate qualification (Med; MA; Mphil; PhD) in a related field or studying towards the higher qualification.
Minimum Work Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years Teaching and Learning experience in a tertiary teaching environment
Must have experience in using technology to enhance learning and an understanding of the current regulatory framework and its impact on higher education and private colleges
Must have expertise in using active learning techniques and fostering an interactive classroom environment that motivates students and staff to participate.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00
Salary:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions.
Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio.
Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals.
Provident fund contributions, including Death & Funeral Cover, to support your financial well-being and future planning.
Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.
Competitive annual leave allowance for well-deserved time off and rejuvenation.
Application Response:
Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.
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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.
Title: Teaching and Learning Specialist
Company: ADvTECH
Location: Durban
