Software Development Assistant Lecturer

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa redAcademy Full time

About redAcademy

redAcademy is shaping South Africa's next generation of tech talent. We design and deliver
QCTO-aligned programmes
that connect education to employment, empowering young South Africans to launch meaningful careers in
Software Development, Quality Engineering and Data Science.

At redAcademy, we believe in
education that transforms lives
, driven by passion, accountability, and a shared mission to build South Africa's digital future.

Purpose of the Role

The
Software Development Assistant Lecturer
supports the facilitation and delivery of our
Software Development
programme. This individual combines
technical depth
with a
passion for mentoring youth
, ensuring learners gain both academic excellence and workplace readiness.

They take full
accountability
for academic delivery, learner progress, and quality assurance, embodying redAcademy's commitment to launching career pathways with purpose and precision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Co-facilitate lectures and practical sessions in
    Python, Django, and MySQL
    for full-stack application development.
  • Support sprinters through mentorship, coaching, and one-on-one academic interventions.
  • Track learner attendance, progress, and engagement, ensuring early identification of support needs.
  • Manage course materials and assessments on the
    Learning Management System (LMS)
    , maintaining QCTO alignment.
  • Assist with academic administration, including marking, moderation, and reporting to SETA and management.
  • Contribute to internal
    QA processes
    , ensuring consistent academic and delivery standards.
  • Support academic events such as
    Demo Days, Open Days, and Graduations
    , showcasing learner success and programme impact.
  • Examination support through invigilation, preparation of assessment packs, and uploading of results.
  • Coordination with the lead lecturer through weekly planning, curriculum tracking, and risk identification.
  • Meeting room management support by ensuring full readiness before sessions.

Requirements

  • Minimum:
    Higher Certificate (NQF 5+) in
    Software Development, Information Systems, or related discipline
    .
  • Experience:
    1–3 years in
    software development
    , preferably with experience building full-stack applications using
    Python, Django, and MySQL
    .
  • Exposure to
    lecturing, tutoring, or mentoring
    in a technical environment.
  • Familiarity with
    QCTO frameworks
    and learning management systems.
  • Desirable:
    Knowledge of Java or additional programming languages.

Personal Attributes

  • Deep
    passion for launching career pathways
    and developing South Africa's youth.
  • Demonstrates
    accountability
    in all tasks, from delivery to learner outcomes.
  • Organised, reliable, and detail oriented.
  • Strong communicator with empathy and leadership potential.
  • Energised by a mission driven environment and teamwork.

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