VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (VUT) INTERNAL / EXTERNAL VACANCY DIVISION: Vanderbijlpark Campus DEPARTMENT: Centre for Academic Development POST: Teaching and Learning Practitioner Three-Year Fixed Contract Externally Funded POST Nº: 2485 PEROMNES GRADE: 08 JOB DESCRIPTION: The main purpose of this position is development of and support for academics in their roles as educators in a higher education context Key performance areas include but are not limited to: • Coordinate the implementation of CAD projects and activities in the faculties, namely: License to teach (LTT), Blended academic and professional development portal, Curriculum development, Teaching evaluation and Assessor trainings, Teaching with technology, Promotion of teaching excellence, Teaching Fellowship accreditation • Develop additional modules and update existing modules in LTT • Assist with the initiation and implementation of continuous professional development for academics in Teaching and Learning through consultation with academic departments and staff • Develop professional development plans for academic staff in the faculties in response to student evaluation of teaching and makes recommendations for improved practice • Provide advice and support to academics with respect to teaching, learning, curriculum, evaluation and assessment • Develop web-based teaching, learning and assessment resources for academics • Facilitate and disseminate innovative pedagogical practices within departments in the Faculties, including using emerging technologies in teaching and learning • Promote the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Faculties • Assist with the development of policies and procedures Application Criteria: Qualifications and Experience: • Master’s degree (or NQF level 9 equivalent) preferably in education, if not, candidate should be in possession of a post- graduate qualification in education or educational technology. • At least 2 years work experience in key areas of teaching and learning theory and practice in a higher education context • Experience in an academic development environment in professional development is recommended • In-depth understanding of learning, teaching and assessment practices Skills And Competencies: • Ability to establish professional working relationships with faculty members • Ability to adapt to the diverse learning needs of adult learners • Interpersonal, conflict management, communication (verbal and written), report writing and presentation skills • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team • Detail-oriented with strong organisational, administrative and management skills • Self-driven, ability to prioritise multiple tasks and to achieve deadlines • Ability to use technology to communicate with students and staff and to facilitate learning • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Learning Management Systems CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 02 AUGUST 2024 Applications should include: 1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from: https://www.vut.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Application-of-Employment-Form-updated.pdf 2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields) 3. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates/degrees 4. Certified copy of ID 5. Current contact information of referees 6. Please email applications to [email protected] and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line. 7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the application form and required documents will be disregarded. 8. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. 9. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. If you don’t hear from VUT within 3 months deem your application as unsuccessful. Enquiries may be directed to: HR Business Partner: Mr Judas Mabilu, Tel 016 950 9136 / email address: [email protected] HR Administrator: Mr N Mofokeng, Tel 016 950 6714 / email address: [email protected] Please Note: Submission of such copies entitles Vaal University of Technology to authenticate the qualifications without any further consent from the applicant. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA certificate of evaluation. Vaal University of Technology is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, which is committed to the implementation of its employment equity plan. People from designated groups are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment By applying for this position, you give permission to share your information with the selection panel or the relevant people involved in the recruitment process.
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