Lecturer/Junior Lecturer: Education, Dept of Foundation Phase, Faculty of Education (Contract ending 31 August 2026) - (8290) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

• The objective is to fill the position of Lecturer: Foundation Phase in the Foundation Phase to teach in the field of Language in Education (First Additional Language English) and Professional Practice in the Foundation Phase on the Wellington Campus.. The lecturer will also be requited to teach Visual Arts 1 on the Diploma in Grade R-course.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master`s degree relevant to the field of Language in Education (First Additional Language English) or Professional Practice in the Foundation Phase (Or a relevant Hons-degree for Junior Lecturer level).
• A relevant teaching degree.
• A teaching qualification relevant to the teaching of a combination of Language in Education, Professional Practice, and Visual Arts at tertiary level.
• At least two (2) years’ relevant lecturing experience at tertiary level or five (5) years’ relevant experience in Foundation Phase at school levels.
• Specialized knowledge of methodologies of the relevant teaching subjects.
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans (B.Ed. tuition regarding Professional Practice and Visual Art in Wellington is through Afrikaans).

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching in the field of Language in Education (First Additional Language, Professional Practice, and Visual Art in Foundation Phase/Diploma in Education and Grade R
• Curriculum development and other learning materials.
• Supervising students on teaching practice.
• Research and involvement in research activities (publications and supervision).
• Academic administration, development, and administration.
• Assessment and quality assurance.
• Networking with schools and other networks.
• Community engagement.
• Coaching and mentoring of students and staff.
• Learner focus.
• Meticulous planning and organizing skills.
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the head of department.

Competencies

• Expert subject knowledge (Technical & Professional knowledge and skills).
• Teaching in the relevant subject areas in the Foundation Phase department.
• Curriculum development and other learning materials.
• Supervising students on teaching practice.
• Research and involvement in research activities (publications and supervision).
• Academic administration, development, and administration.
• Adequate content and pedagogical content knowledge.
• Assessment and Quality Assurance.
• Good work ethics and ability to manage work.
• Community engagement.
• Mentoring and support of students and staff.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong learner focus.
• Adaptability.
• Meticulous planning and organizing skills/time management.
• Networking with schools and other networks.
• Presentation skills.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and on-line learning).
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Deadline:19th November,2025