Part-time Psychology lecturer in Potchefstroom, South Africa

Part-time Psychology lecturer

Description

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

The purpose of this position is to lectureIndustrial Psychologyrelated subjects on a NQF level 7 on a part-time basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lecturing modules using the blended learning approach (with particular focus on technology in the classroom).
• Preparation of slides, notes, formative assessments and additional study materials.
• Creating level appropriate baseline assessments and creative in-class activities to monitor student progress.
• Identify at-risk students and create intervention plans to assist these students.
• Managing a student portal and doing online marking.
• Facilitation of learning, lecturing, tutoring.
• Using technology on a daily basis such as Google Suite (Email, Drive, Calendar, Hangouts, Docs and Sheets).
• Quality assurance of learning material.
• Producing deliverables such as academic administration at a fast pace and on time.
• Adhere to academic policies and handle administration with integrity.
• Attending regular faculty meetings, staff induction and any necessary training deemed fit for professional development.
• Work independently, but be able to form part of a team.
• Contribute and implement innovative teaching and learning strategies, including technology enhanced learning.
• The candidate must place the student(s) at the center of everything they do (customer-centric approach).
• Participate in research activities and activities and projects to keep abreast of the latest developments in trends in subject fields.

Core competencies:

• Working with a culturally diverse student body and be assertive approachable to students.
• Working knowledge and experience in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Proven proficiency in PowerPoint presentations and public speaking.
• Excellent proficiency in presenting, reading, writing and communicating in English.
• Working knowledge and experience ofIndustrial Psychology.
• Functioning under pressure in a fast paced working environment.
• Being self-driven and taking accountability for own work.
• Innovative: ability to solve problems alone and within the team.
• Organizing, planning as well as problem solving skills.
• The candidate must display patience, approachability, assertion and composure at all times.
• Academic Administrative skills and experience such as marking and capturing marks.

Experience:

• Lecturing Industrial Psychology modules for a minimum of 1 year.
• Successfully interacting and communicating with students in Higher Education (other than peers).
• Handling multiple tasks at the same time and being deadline driven.
• Producing academic content of a high quality, with attention to detail.
• Managing a student portal and doing online marking will be an advantage.
• Research experience in specialist field.
• Practical working experience in the field or private sector would be an advantage.
• Functioning in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of higher education practices and processes.
• Professional knowledge in their area of expertise.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelors of Commerce Honours in Industrial/Organisational Psychology.

Subjects completed on NQF level 8:

• Positive Psychology
• Group Dynamics
• Organisational Assessment and Evaluation
• Counselling and Therapy Skills

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-Potchefstroom

Work Locations: ZA-Potchefstroom-Esselen Cnr Esselen Street & Steve Biko Avenue Die Bult, 1 to 12 Potchefstroom 2531

Job: Project/Temporary Workforce

Organization: Growth

Employee Status: External Worker

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Job Posting: Nov 25, 2018

Job Unposting: Nov 30, 2018

Schedule: Part-time Regular

Req ID: 1815431

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.