Pedagogy and Learning Design Consultant

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, invites applications for a Pedagogy and Learning Design Consultant. The role focuses on applying sound pedagogical principles to develop curricula, learning materials, and assessment strategies, working with educators and instructional designers to elevate teaching quality.

You will design and refine learning interventions across online and face-to-face modalities, facilitate professional development, stay updated with research, and contribute to curriculum

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of pedagogy, learning design, or instructional design experience.
• Strong understanding of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Proven ability to design engaging learning experiences online and face-to-face.
• Excellent communication, consultation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience in developing and delivering professional development programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with educators and stakeholders in Polokwane.
• Proficiency in educational technologies and their pedagogical application.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to fostering student-centered learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and develop effective pedagogical approaches for diverse learning contexts.
• Design and develop innovative learning experiences and instructional materials, aligning with objectives.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate technology and innovative teaching strategies.
• Conduct needs analyses to identify areas for improvement in pedagogy and learning design.
• Develop and facilitate professional development workshops for educators on pedagogy and learning design.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning designs and interventions, providing improvement recommendations.
• Stay current with research and trends in pedagogy, learning theory, and instructional design.
• Create frameworks and guidelines for effective learning design and delivery.
• Support development of assessment strategies that measure learning outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum development and review processes.

Skills

Learning theories

Instructional design

Pedagogy

Online & in-person design

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Pedagogy and Learning Design Consultant to join their team in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role focuses on enhancing teaching methodologies and learning experiences by applying sound pedagogical principles and effective learning design strategies. The consultant will work closely with educators and instructional designers to develop and refine curricula, learning materials, and assessment strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong theoretical grounding in pedagogy and practical experience in designing effective learning interventions across various modalities. You will play a key role in elevating the quality of education delivered within Polokwane, fostering engaging and impactful learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on and develop effective pedagogical approaches for diverse learning contexts.
• Design and develop innovative learning experiences and instructional materials, ensuring alignment with learning objectives.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate technology and innovative teaching strategies into their practice.
• Conduct needs analyses to identify areas for pedagogical improvement and learning design enhancement.
• Develop and facilitate professional development workshops for educators on pedagogy and learning design.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning designs and pedagogical interventions, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Stay current with research and trends in pedagogy, learning theory, and instructional design.
• Create frameworks and guidelines for effective learning design and delivery.
• Support the development of assessment strategies that accurately measure learning outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum development and review processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in pedagogy, learning design, or instructional design.
• Strong understanding of learning theories, instructional design models, and pedagogical best practices.
• Proven ability to design engaging and effective learning experiences, both online and face-to-face.
• Excellent communication, consultation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience in developing and delivering professional development programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with educators and stakeholders in Polokwane.
• Proficiency in educational technologies and their pedagogical application.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to fostering student-centered learning environments.

Benefits

This contractor position offers a competitive remuneration package, with opportunities for extension based on performance. You will gain valuable experience working on diverse educational projects in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role provides a chance to directly influence pedagogical practices and learning outcomes. Join a team dedicated to educational excellence and innovation.