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**Responsibilities**
The incumbent will be responsible for:
+ Curriculum development of and lecturing of modules in the Science program based in the Department;
+ Developing, presenting and coordinating undergraduate courses as well as practical’s for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation;
+ Mentoring students for practice teaching/work integrated learning;
+ Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;
+ Presenting lectures and programs in a face to face and E-learning environment;
+ Providing a significant contribution to faculty outputs, teaching and supervision.
+ Initiate and develop curriculum and course materials in Physical Science/ Chemistry Education.
+ Coordinate modules in Sciences Education.
+ Contribute towards the Department’s transformational and strategic goals.
+ The preparation and delivery of lecturers.
+ Conduct tutorials, demonstrations, workshops for students and staff.
+ Participate in academic administration such as attendance at departmental, school and / or faculty meetings, faculty administration, class administration, record keeping etc.
+ Consultation, supervision and teaching of students at postgraduate and undergraduate level
**Minimum Requirements**
+ Hons in Science in relevant field, Master’s in Science preferable.
+ Undergraduate specialization in the relevant field;
+ Teaching and/or research experience in programs relevant to the Department’s offerings.
+ Evidence of coordination responsibilities
+ Experience and expertise in curriculum development
+ Experience of teaching practice/work integrated learning;
+ Evidence of involvement in community engagement programs;
+ Able to demonstrate innovation in teaching, experience in blended learning delivery and the use of technology for improving learner throughput
**Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge and Behavioral Attributes)**
+ Knowledge of the South African education system regarding Science Education;
+ Knowledge of and experience of facilitation;
+ Knowledge of the different knowledge fields in Science Education;
+ Knowledge of teaching methodologies in the different knowledge fields in Science Education;
+ Appropriate language and communication skills;
+ Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision;
+ Ability to work as an individual and in a team.
**Added Advantages and Preferences**
+ Teaching experience in Science Education at a Higher Education Institution;
+ Evidence of membership of professional associations/organizations.
**Qualifications**
- Hons in Science in relevant field, Master in Science preferable.
- Undergraduate specialisation in the relevant field.
Pearson is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and in accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, 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-Midrand
**Job: ** Project/Temporary Workforce
**Organization: ** Growth
**Employee Status: ** External Worker
**Job Type: ** Standard
**Shift: ** Day Job
**Job Posting: ** Nov 18, 2019
**Job Unposting: ** Nov 25, 2019
**Schedule: ** Part-time Temporary
**Req ID: ** 1915033
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.