Engineering Lecturer and Module Coordinator

Job description

• Plan, prepare for and deliver lectures in-venue and online
• Engage with and provide feedback to coordinating lecturers and programme coordinators to improve teaching and learning
• Participate in programme review initiatives, providing feedback in respect of specific module/programme design and content
• Assess student work
• Provide feedback to students
• Internally moderate the assessment of colleagues
• Engage with coordinating lecturers on assessments and provide feedback on successes/challenges
• Set and communicate consultation hours in accordance with STADIO norms and consult with students at their request.
• Manage the Module Q&A forum
• Contribute to student induction and orientation, as required
• Manage students at risk
• Improve the quality of own teaching through the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Share findings with the STADIO teaching community.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives aligned with STADIO’s goals, where relevant.
• Participate in programme, school and campus meetings
• Assist in student recruitment, admission and CAT applications where necessary
• Maintain accurate records and complete documentation as required
• • Take part and support campus activities, as required by HOC
• Stay abreast of developments in the field of expertise
• Stay abreast of development in the field of teaching and learning
• Participate in training and development activities, and complete formal STADIO lecturer development initiatives
• Actively participate in professional networks and associations
• Pursue further qualifications or certifications, as necessary

• Oversee and manage the development or review of study guides (complete or wrap-around)
• Seek feedback from all stakeholders and keep a record of required changes to study guides in anticipation of the review cycle
• Monitor the appropriateness of the prescribed textbook and editions
• Ensure continued alignment between the study guide and the textbook, where applicable
• Update study guides to cater for new textbook editions/ link updates.
• Draft all formal assessments for allocated modules
• Consider internal and external pre-moderation feedback and implement changes as required
• Conduct internal pre-moderation for modules in field of expertise
• Conduct annual meetings with all campus lecturers to discuss the assessment strategy
• Identify, approach and appoint suitably qualified internal and external moderators
• Brief markers and moderators, and provide content support during the marking process
• Mark a prescribed minimum number of assessments (+- 3) to fine tune marking guideline/memorandum
• Consider moderators’ reports and decide on appropriate action, in consultation with campus lecturers and HOS.
• Conduct post-assessment meetings with all campus lecturers to reflect on the success/concerns with assessments
• Consider and analyse cross-campus success rates where relevant.
• Sign off on assessment results
• Actively participate in the investigation/management of Red/Fire module status
• Plan and design coherent learning journeys for students on allocated modules
• Draft class activity schedules for the semester/year
• Map and draft learning activities based on module outcomes
• Use an appropriate blend of activities and settings, considering the module outcomes, notional hours and learning mode
• Address diverse student needs by incorporating inclusive and adaptive learning strategies
• Actively collaborate with campus lecturers to continuously enhance the learning journey
• Design and draft materials needed for the course environment (announcements, etc.)
• Populate and maintain the Canvas Blueprint course environment for modules owned
• Develop and deliver at least two lectures per module per semester for CL students, online live
• Deliver guest lectures in the field of expertise on STADIO modules as appropriate
• Conduct research in the field of expertise and/or learning design in the field of expertise.
• Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment
• Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies.
• Engage with industry, professional networks and associations to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• Minimum three years lecturing and industry experience in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in online learning environments will be an advantage.
• Minimum NQF 8 qualification in Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional ECSA registration is required.

• Sound lecturing and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation, administration, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Willingness to work on Saturdays as required.
• Passionate educator and leader.
• Compassion for students with diverse needs and skill levels.