Senior Drama Education Specialist

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Wits University Full time

Transformative Learning Environment

The Wits School of Education is seeking a highly qualified professional to join our team as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Drama in Education. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to our initial teacher education programmes, postgraduate offerings, research initiatives, and community engagement activities.

We are looking for an individual with outstanding academic credentials in the pedagogy and practice of Drama Education, Applied Drama, Theatre techniques, and Dance and Movement pedagogy. The ideal candidate should possess adaptability and versatility to contribute to our programmes across three core areas: teaching, research, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Drama in Education, Applied Drama, Theatre techniques, and Dance and Movement pedagogy
  • Develop innovative curriculum and instructional materials
  • Supervise and mentor postgraduate students at Honours, Master's, and Ph.D. levels
  • Conduct original research and publish scholarly works
  • Participate in community outreach programs

Requirements:

To be appointed as a Lecturer, you will need to meet the following criteria:

  • Ph.D. in Drama in Education, Applied Drama, Theatre Techniques, and Dance and Movement Subject Matter Expertise
  • Knowledge of theories and practices in Drama in Education and Drama Pedagogy
  • Familiarity with current trends, research, and developments in Drama in Education initial teacher education Curriculum Development
  • Ability to contribute to curriculum innovation, design, and implementation of Drama in Education courses for Foundation Phase, Intermediate Phase, Senior Phase, and Further Education and Training

For the Senior Lecturer position, you will require:

  • Ph.D. in Drama in Education and/or Movement Studies Subject Matter Expertise
  • Knowledge of theories and practices in Drama in Education Applied Drama, Theatre Techniques, and Dance and Movement
  • Familiarity with current trends, research, and developments in Drama in Education initial teacher education
  • Demonstrated ability to lead curriculum innovation, design, and implementation of courses in Drama in Education for Foundation Phase, Intermediate Phase, Senior Phase, and Further Education and Training

Estimated Salary: R1 200 000 - R1 500 000 per annum

About Us: The Wits School of Education is a leading institution in South Africa, committed to cultivating a transformative learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and social awareness through drama in education.

Contact Information: For more information about this opportunity, please visit our website.



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