Lecturer: IT

Varsity College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Varsity College is seeking a passionate Lecturer: IT for their Waterfall campus. The role involves lecturing IIE qualifications across various modes, providing student support, and engaging in research. A Master’s degree in IT and a minimum of 5 years' experience in teaching are essential.

Benefits

Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions

Staff and family discounts on educational programs

Incentive bonus structure based on performance

Provident fund contributions

Birthday vouchers

Competitive annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years Teaching and Learning experience (preferably in tertiary environment).

Responsibilities

• Teach various IT programs and provide assessments.
• Assist in lecturer development and support processes.
• Manage academic development and support for students.

Skills

Java

C#

Android

Kotlin

React

Angular

Oracle Pl/SQL

MongoDB

Firebase

GitHub

Git

Azure

AWS

Figma

Communication

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Master degree in Computer Science; IT or related fields

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:
Head of Computer Science

Varsity Collegeis 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, Waterfall Campus (Midrand) has a vacancy for a Lecturer: IT

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lecturing

• Lecture on programmes (must lecture on an IIE qualification) across various modes of delivery where relevant
• Marking of assessments and feedback to students in subjects lectured. May be required to internally moderate assessments scripts that fall within their subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery

Lecturer Development and Support

• Assist in lecturer development and support processes and procedures. This may include conducting peer reviews, facilitating workshops and one-on-one consultations

Student Development & Support

• Championing/leading and managing academic development and support for a specific programme and its students
• Tracking student success and implementing support interventions where required

Research & Scholarship

• 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

Competencies Required:

Must have experience in

• Java
• C#
• Android
• KotlinReactAngular
• Oracle Pl/SQL
• MongoDB
• Firebase
• GitHub and Git
• Azure or AWS
• Figma
• Superior communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage work and self proactively
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record of effective teaching in subject area based on a reflective practice
• Able to demonstrate the ability to manage relationships with managers and staff effectively in terms of motivation, quality and performance
• Passion for Customer Service
• Experience in the use of technology to enhance learning is an added advantage
• Superior communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage work and self proactively
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record of effective teaching in subject area based on a reflective practice
• Able to demonstrate the ability to manage relationships with managers and staff effectively in terms of motivation, quality and performance
• Passion for Customer Service
• Experience in the use of technology to enhance learning is an added advantage

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Master degreein Computer Science ; IT or related fields.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years Teaching and Learning experience (preferably in tertiary environment)
  

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.

Technical Support:

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSAarean 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.