Lecturer: Setswana - Department of Early Childhood Education, Faculty of Education

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

LECTURER (ONE POST): SETSWANA

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be expected to fulfil the duties of a Lecturer in the Department of Early Childhood Education as described in the minimum requirements. These duties include:

• Curriculum development and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the Department;
• Pursuing research activities such as own research, research-based publications, and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the Department;
• Developing, presenting, and co-ordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance programmes;
• Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;
• Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;
• Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
• Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching, and supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Lecturer:* Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Foundation Phase, or equivalent degree;

• Actively working towards publications, following completion of Master's qualification;
• At least one year of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education and Foundation Phase;
• Evidence of academic administration experience;
• Evidence of some experience in a community, Work-Integrated Learning, or service-learning project related to Education within the last 5 years.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Lecturer:

• Knowledge of the following;
  • South African education system and policy framework on Early Childhood Development and Foundation Phase Education.
  • Knowledge and experience in Foundation Phase Setswana Home Language.
  • Teaching methodologies in the Foundation Phase Setswana Home Language.
• 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: Lecturer:* Evidence of involvement in community engagement programmes;

• Knowledge and experience of facilitation in an E-learning environment;
• Experience and expertise in curriculum development for all subjects in Early Childhood Education and Foundation Phase;
• Knowledge, experience, and relevant qualifications in Foundation Phase Life Skills, Human Movement Studies, Health and Safety, Language and Literacy Setswana;
• Knowledge and experience in the application of indigenous knowledge systems in Early Childhood Development and Foundation Phase;
• Knowledge and experience in the integration of digital technology, especially coding and robotics, in Early Childhood Development programmes and Foundation Phase education;
• PhD in Early Childhood Education Foundation Phase, or equivalent degree;
• Current PhD registration in Early Childhood Education/Foundation Phase or equivalent degree;
• Proficiency in artificial intelligence systems and digital educational technologies;
• Experience in teaching practice of work-integrated learning;
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for these posts, please attach:* A comprehensive UP format CV;

• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses, and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Teaching Portfolio;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 21 July 2026

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Onica Sihlangu, Email: [email protected] for application-related enquiries, and Prof NS Thuketana, Email: [email protected] for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 01 November 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.