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Our vision is to have a direct relationship with millions of lifelong learners and to link education to the way people aspire to live and work every day. To do that, we’ll collaborate with a wide group of partners to help shape the future of learning. We believe that we all need to embrace lifelong learning, continuously acquiring new knowledge and skills to thrive in an ever-changing and increasingly connected world.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lecturing, Instructing, Facilitating and 1-on-1 student support for IT and Information Systems students
Marking of assessments
Preparation of notes and additional study materials
To assist in the administration of Campus affairs and activities as required by the Academic Manager
Assistance with the preparation, co-ordination and attendance at functions, events and activities (open/career days).
Required competencies:
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment
Excellent communication skills- assertive and approachable to students
Professional knowledge in their area of expertise
Quality Orientation including attention to detail and deadline-awareness
Innovative; ability to solve problems alone and within the team
All applicants must display a high level of computer literacy
Relevant lecturing, instructing, teaching or tutoring experience
Experience in a higher education environment will be beneficial
Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
Relevant IT and development experience will be beneficial.
**Qualifications**
+ BSc Information Technology or Equivalent
+ Honours degree will be beneficial
+ Proficiency in Databases, Java and/or C#
+ Java knowledge is imperative.
Pearson is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and in accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plans, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and subsequent amendments thereto.
**Primary Location: ** ZA-ZA-Johannesburg
**Work Locations: ** ZA-Bedfordview-9 Concord 9 Johannesburg 2008
**Job: ** Learning Delivery
**Organization: ** Growth
**Employee Status: ** Regular Employee
**Job Type: ** Standard
**Shift: ** Day Job
**Job Posting: ** Nov 18, 2019
**Job Unposting: ** Nov 25, 2019
**Schedule: ** Full-time Regular
**Req ID: ** 1915304
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.