Part-Time Lecturer - Primary Education (Literacy in Education)

About the role

The Department of Primary Education in the Faculty of Humanities at Tshwane University of Technology is inviting applications for a Part-Time Lecturer position in 2027 at the Soshanguve North Campus. The role covers Literacy in Education, School-Based Learning and Professional Studies at undergraduate level, and involves teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, community engagement and academic administration.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and assess undergraduate modules in Foundation Phase Literacy in Education, Professional Studies and School-based learning
• Develop and deliver modules on emergent literacy, reading development, writing pedagogies, multilingualism, play pedagogy, language acquisition, professional development and lesson planning
• Design and implement innovative teaching, learning and assessment strategies linked to current research in literacy in education
• Develop and review postgraduate curricula in line with MRTEQ, HEQSF and institutional policy
• Conduct scholarly research in Foundation Phase Language and Literacy Education and publish in accredited journals and conferences
• Take part in collaborative research projects, programme design, review and accreditation, and quality assurance
• Build partnerships with schools and education stakeholders, and serve on departmental, faculty and institutional committees

Required profile

• NQF level 9 Master of Education degree with a specialization in Language Education
• Three years of relevant teaching experience in education and/or three years of industry experience
• Sound understanding of MRTEQ, HEQSF and higher education quality assurance

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of Foundation Phase Literacy in Education, including emergent literacy, reading development, play pedagogy, multilingualism, language acquisition, assessment for learning and lesson planning
• Postgraduate teaching, curriculum development and assessment practice in higher education
• Strong academic writing, research and digital literacy skills

To apply, candidates must submit a completed standardized application form, their CV and certified copies of qualifications and an identity document; they may also face psychometric testing and other selection instruments.