Lecturer: B.Ed Honours (Mathematics) – Rosebank College, Bloemfontein
- Employer: Rosebank College (Part of ADvTECH)
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Employment Type: Permanent (Expression of Interest/Talent Pool)
- Closing Date: 05 June 2026
- Field of Specialisation: Mathematics Education (B.Ed Honours)
Position Overview
The Lecturer: B.Ed Honours (Mathematics) position focuses on teaching and supporting postgraduate education students specializing in Mathematics Education. The successful candidate will deliver lectures, facilitate learning, develop assessments, monitor student performance, provide academic support, and contribute to the academic quality standards of the institution.
This role is ideal for experienced Mathematics teachers, tutors, and academic professionals who have postgraduate qualifications in Education and a passion for developing future educators.
Main Purpose of the Job
The successful candidate will:
- Deliver high-quality Mathematics Education lectures.
- Prepare students for assessments and examinations.
- Monitor academic progress and identify at-risk students.
- Provide academic guidance and support.
- Develop and assess learning activities.
- Maintain academic records and reports.
- Participate in academic meetings and professional development activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- Present Mathematics Education modules according to approved curricula.
- Deliver engaging lectures using effective teaching methodologies.
- Facilitate both classroom and digital learning activities.
- Ensure learning outcomes are achieved.
- Encourage active student participation.
Student Academic Support
- Identify students experiencing academic difficulties.
- Provide consultations and academic guidance.
- Implement interventions for at-risk students.
- Support student success and retention initiatives.
- Monitor attendance and participation levels.
Assessment Management
- Develop assessments according to academic standards.
- Prepare tests, assignments, projects, and examinations.
- Mark assessments accurately and fairly.
- Provide constructive feedback to students.
- Ensure compliance with institutional assessment policies.
Learning Management Systems
- Upload learning materials and resources.
- Maintain student records on academic platforms.
- Monitor online student engagement.
- Track assessment submissions and participation.
Academic Administration
- Maintain academic records and documentation.
- Prepare module reports when required.
- Assist with result analysis and academic reviews.
- Participate in departmental administrative processes.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure academic standards are maintained.
- Participate in moderation and quality assurance activities.
- Review module performance and student outcomes.
- Implement improvement strategies where necessary.
Professional Development
- Participate in academic training programmes.
- Attend workshops and academic development initiatives.
- Remain updated on educational trends and teaching methodologies.
- Contribute to continuous professional growth.
Institutional Participation
- Attend faculty meetings and academic forums.
- Participate in institutional activities.
- Collaborate with programme coordinators and academic teams.
- Support institutional academic objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Educational Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) Master’s Degree
- Qualification in Mathematics Education or a closely related field
- Qualification must be at least one NQF level higher than the programme being taught
- Academic transcript required
Advantageous
- Additional postgraduate qualifications
- Research experience in Mathematics Education
- Curriculum development experience
Experience Requirements
Essential
- 2–3 years lecturing experience OR formal tutoring experience
- School teaching experience in Mathematics or related subjects
Advantageous
- 1–3 years industry-specific experience in Mathematics Education
- Higher education teaching experience
- Online teaching experience
- Curriculum design experience
Required Knowledge
Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:
- South African Higher Education System
- Department of Higher Education and Training regulations
- Mathematics Education methodologies
- Teaching and Learning theories
- Student support strategies
- Assessment principles and practices
- Curriculum implementation
- Academic quality assurance
- Digital learning platforms
- Educational technologies
Essential Skills
Teaching Skills
- Classroom facilitation
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum delivery
- Assessment design
- Academic mentoring
Technical Skills
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Online teaching platforms
- Educational technology tools
- Academic reporting systems
Communication Skills
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Presentation skills
- Student engagement
- Interpersonal relationship management
Organisational Skills
- Time management
- Planning and scheduling
- Administrative accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
Key Competencies
Academic Competencies
- Mathematics subject expertise
- Teaching and learning knowledge
- Assessment development
- Student support capability
- Educational innovation
Professional Competencies
- Professional integrity
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Continuous learning
- Commitment to academic excellence
Operational Competencies
- Ability to work under pressure
- Deadline orientation
- Effective planning and organisation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
Interpersonal Competencies
- Teamwork
- Relationship building
- Student-centred approach
- Collaboration
- Effective communication