Lecturer - Early Childhood Education

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Supportive environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Lecturer position in Early Childhood Education in East London. You will educate and inspire future practitioners, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in scholarly activities within the field.

The role emphasizes delivering lectures, supervising student teachers, conducting research, and mentoring students to foster critical thinking and practical application of pedagogical theories in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Proven experience in early childhood education settings.
• Prior experience in teaching or lecturing at the tertiary level is desirable.
• Knowledge of current research, policies and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures and practical training on Early Childhood Education, including child development and curriculum planning.
• Develop and update course content, learning materials and assessment strategies.
• Supervise student teachers during practical teaching experiences in early childhood settings.
• Conduct research related to early childhood development and education for publication and presentation.
• Mentor and guide students, providing academic and career advice within East London.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Early Childhood Education to join their faculty in East London. This role involves educating and inspiring the next generation of early childhood practitioners, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging in scholarly activities within the field. You will play a key role in fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages critical thinking and practical application of pedagogical theories. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, practical experience in early childhood settings, and a dedication to advancing the quality of education for young children.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures and practical training sessions on various aspects of Early Childhood Education, including child development, curriculum planning, and inclusive practices.
• Develop and update course content, learning materials, and assessment strategies to meet current educational standards and industry needs.
• Supervise student teachers during their practical teaching experiences in early childhood settings.
• Conduct research related to early childhood development and education, aiming for publication and presentation.
• Mentor and guide students, providing academic and career advice within the East London context.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Proven experience working in early childhood education settings.
• Prior experience in teaching or lecturing at the tertiary level is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of current research, policies, and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further academic study.
• A supportive and collaborative academic environment.
• The chance to shape the future of early childhood education in East London.
• Work-life balance support and a positive campus culture.