Lecturer - Creative Arts

Job description

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Lecture and assess contact learning students in the Higher Certificate – Preschool Education and in the Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Programmes in the following modules:

o   Creative Arts 1

o   Creative Arts 2

o   Creative Arts 3

o   Teaching Creative Arts

o   Arts Education 1: Visual

o   Arts Education 2: Music and Movement

o   Introduction to Research

• Compile teaching, learning, and assessment materials.
• Use a learning management system independently and/or work collaboratively to develop and deliver modules.
• Provide academic support to students.
• Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to the modules and programmes.
• Ensure prompt and effective communication with students, colleagues, line managers, and other members of management.
• Ensure administrative efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with all policies and SOPs.
• Participate in and attend meetings and workshops.
• Contribute to programme development, scholarship, and teaching excellence
• Engage in professional development, community engagement, and institutional support
• Provide Distance Learning tutoring support to students enrolled in Creative Arts modules
• Fulfil all reasonably expected administrative functions relating to the position and as requested by the relevant line manager.

Qualification and Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Honours in English and Bachelor of Education or equivalent qualification with relevant study in Creative Arts (Visual Arts and Music and Movement).
• At least 3 years of teaching and/or lecturing experience in the relevant phase/discipline.
• Knowledge and understanding of subject matter.
• Experience in curriculum and materials development.
• Experience in online teaching and learning environments will be an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Willingness to work when required on Saturdays.

Posted on 02 Feb 09:31, Closing date 9 Feb