JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

To contribute to the intellectual life of the Unit and the wider institution. To demonstrate excellence in the development and design of teaching, research and service, and to assist with operational supervision and functional direction to technical and support staff.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching

• Organises and delivers specific programmes/courses offered by UTT.
• Provides necessary leadership for the successful execution of the instructional process.
• Maintains conformity to curriculum requirements and quality of delivery.
• Provides operational supervision and functional direction to the Teaching Assistant and support staff.
• Develops course materials, handouts, project assignments and examinations.
• Instructs classes as required to complete courses within the specific time frame.
• Teaches sign language and/or braille.

Research

• Participates in research conferences and seminars.
• Submits grant applications to support the University's goals in consultation with the Programme Head or other Academic Staff and the University's office responsible for grant funding.
• Engages in peer review activities as required.

Service

• Participates in a Personal Tutor programme (or acts as a personal tutor where required).
• Engages in service to the University and/or community/society.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A Master's degree qualification in Special Needs Education or related field from an accredited and recognised University/Professional Institution with a minimum of four years' teaching/research/industry experience.
• A Teacher's Diploma in Education.
• Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Sign Language (TTSL and ASL)
• Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Braille.

COMPETENCY PROFILE

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Sound theoretical and professional knowledge of the discipline
• Strong pedagogical skills
• Responsible and trustworthy; adaptable and flexible; good team player
• Strong analytical skills
• Creative and metacognitive thinking skills
• Capability to function in an online environment

Basic Profession Skill Set

• Basic content expertise
• Research skills
• Basic practice / Critical Analytical skills