Lecturer: School of Education (Part-Time) - Social Sciences

Vega School; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

Vega School is seeking a part-time Lecturer for the School of Education at the Westville Campus. The role involves teaching Social Sciences and requires a relevant educational background and experience. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teaching.

Qualifications

• Qualification must include a module in Teaching and Learning or Pedagogy.
• Qualification must include Social Sciences or related subjects up to at least NQF Level 6.

Responsibilities

• Teach the module TIP Social Sciences 3B (TISS7412).
• Engage with students and manage classroom dynamics.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Assertiveness

Dynamism

Customer service understanding

Proactive management

Education

B.Ed. Honours degree

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (NQF Level 8)

Honours degree in Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences

Job description

Direct Reporting Line

Head of Programme: School of Education

About Varsity College

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE is recognized as a leader in private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to offer higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

Position: Lecturer in the School of Education

Location: Westville Campus

The IIE Varsity College, Westville Campus, has a vacancy for a Lecturer to teach the module:

• TIP Social Sciences 3B (TISS7412)

Competencies Required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Assertiveness and dynamism
• Understanding of customer service in education
• Ability to manage work and self proactively

Minimum Education Requirements

• B.Ed. Honours degree, or
• Postgraduate Diploma in Education (NQF Level 8), or
• Honours degree in Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences

Additional Requirements

• The qualification must include a module in Teaching and Learning or Pedagogy.
• The qualification must include Social Sciences or related subjects (e.g., History, Geography) up to at least NQF Level 6.

Minimum Work Experience

• School-based experience in Social Sciences or related subjects (e.g., History, Geography)
• Ideally, tertiary level lecturing experience

Working Conditions

• This is a part-time role with lectures between 08:00 and 17:00.
• Preference will be given to South African Citizens and Permanent Residents with proof of status.

Application Process

• Due to high application volumes, only candidates closely matching the requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are equal opportunity employers. Preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in line with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or hold the vacancy at any time without prior notice.