Senior Tourism Educator - Curriculum Development Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Professional development

Retirement fund

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Tourism Educator to design, update, and deliver Tourism curriculum content for South African secondary schools. The role is remote, enabling you to contribute from anywhere in SA while keeping CAPS alignment and industry relevance at the forefront.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Tourism education, solid pedagogical skills, and experience using LMS to enable engaging online learning.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management, Hospitality, Geography, or Education with a Tourism specialization.
• A recognized teaching qualification and SACE registration.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching Tourism at the secondary school level.
• In-depth knowledge of the CAPS curriculum for Tourism.
• Broad understanding of tourism and hospitality sectors including operations, marketing and management.
• Proven ability to develop engaging online learning content and facilitate remote instruction.

Aufgaben

• Develop, review, and update Tourism curriculum materials in line with CAPS and industry best practices.
• Design and deliver online lessons, activities, and assessments for secondary Tourism students.
• Incorporate industry trends, sustainable practices, and destination marketing into the curriculum.
• Create practical learning experiences, virtual tours, and case studies relevant to Tourism.
• Assess student learning through online assignments, quizzes, presentations, and projects.

Kenntnisse

Curriculum design

Online teaching

Educational technology

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Hospitality, Geography, or Education with a Tourism specialization

SACE teaching qualification

CAPS knowledge

5+ years secondary Tourism teaching

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Tourism Educator with a specialization in curriculum development to join their team. This position is primarily remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere within South Africa while serving our client's educational needs. The role involves designing, updating, and delivering engaging Tourism curriculum content for secondary school students, focusing on the South African context and global industry trends. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the tourism sector, exceptional pedagogical skills, and a passion for preparing students for careers in this vibrant industry. This is an excellent opportunity to shape tourism education and inspire future industry professionals remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update Tourism curriculum materials in accordance with the CAPS framework and industry best practices.
• Design and deliver engaging online lessons, activities, and assessments for secondary school Tourism students.
• Incorporate current industry trends, sustainable tourism practices, and destination marketing concepts into the curriculum.
• Create practical learning experiences, virtual tours, and case studies relevant to the tourism sector.
• Assess student learning through online assignments, quizzes, presentations, and project work.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to students in an online learning environment.
• Stay informed about developments in the global and South African tourism industry.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and fellow educators to ensure curriculum relevance and quality.
• Develop resources for educators to support the effective delivery of the Tourism curriculum.
• Utilize educational technology and online platforms to facilitate engaging and interactive remote learning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Hospitality, Geography, or Education with a Tourism specialization.
• A recognized teaching qualification and SACE registration.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching Tourism at the secondary school level, with a strong understanding of curriculum design.
• In-depth knowledge of the CAPS curriculum for Tourism.
• Broad understanding of the tourism and hospitality sectors, including operations, marketing, and management.
• Proven ability to develop engaging online learning content and facilitate remote instruction.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other online educational tools.
• A passion for tourism education and inspiring students to pursue careers in the field.
• Experience in curriculum development or instructional design is highly desirable.

Benefits

This is a remote position offering a competitive annual salary of up to R , commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our client provides opportunities for professional development and access to online training resources. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while making a significant impact on tourism education across South Africa . Benefits include contributions to a retirement fund and medical aid options. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in remote education and industry-relevant learning.