Education Specialist – Economics

Optimi Learning; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an innovative Education Specialist with a strong background in Economics. This role involves managing quality assurance, developing digital content, and facilitating online sessions. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in education, extensive teaching experience, and proficiency in English. This position offers the chance to influence education positively by implementing new teaching approaches and addressing future needs. If you're passionate about education and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience as an FET educator.
• SACE registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality assurance of allocated subjects.
• Develop digital content for the online portal.
• Plan and facilitate academic webinars and online events.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Computer Literacy

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of CAPS Curriculum

Online Teaching Experience

Education

Degree in Education

Job description

SPECIALIST – ECONOMICS

Optimi is looking for an individual with subject knowledge and teaching experience in Economics to join the team as an Education Specialist. The successful candidate must be deadline-driven, innovative, and detail-oriented. Furthermore, this individual should be able to suggest and implement new teaching approaches that will address the future needs of education.

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in a relevant field of education/subject field
• A minimum of five years’ experience as an FET educator
• Computer literate
• SACE-registered
• Proficiency in English – both verbal and written
• Knowledge of the requirements for various phases of education
• Background and experience in online teaching
• An in-depth knowledge of the CAPS curriculum

DUTIES

• The successful candidate will be required to:
• Manage quality assurance of allocated subjects.
• Set assessment tasks and exam papers.
• Develop digital content for the online portal.
• Moderate assessment tasks in the field of expertise and/or related fields allocated.
• Apply and monitor the application of CAPS and assessment requirements of examination boards in assessment tasks.
• Manage client queries and communication for relevant fields of expertise, including email, telephone, and other modes of communication/interaction.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate sessions, academic webinars, and online events.
• Provide advice on possible improvements.
• Understand and apply CAPS and assessment requirements as indicated in the study material and/or facilitators’ guides.

Investigate, research, suggest, apply, and advise on new trends, products, and technologies relevant to the allocated phase(s) of education.
This position is based in Centurion, Gauteng.
Should you not receive a call from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.