Exciting Opportunities: Unisa Face to Face Tutor Positions (Independent Contractors)

Exciting Opportunities: Unisa Face to Face Tutor Positions (Independent Contractors)

Deadline: 25 July 2024

Location: South Africa

Unisa Face to Face Tutor positions overview

The University of South Africa (Unisa) is currently accepting applications for the Face to Face Tutor positions.

Purpose: The purpose of the position is to facilitate learning at a UNISA Regional Centre; through face-to-face and/or videoconferencing tutorials; on Saturdays and/or weekday evenings in the subjects identified. Various tutor vacancies are available at the following UNISA Regional Centres:

• East London, Port Elizabeth, Mthatha, Parow, George, Durban, Newcastle, Pietermaritzburg, Richards Bay, Mbizana, Johannesburg, Florida, Pretoria, Ekurhuleni, Vaal, Polokwane, Giyani, Makhado, Lephalale, Bloemfontein, Kroonstad, Mahikeng, Rustenburg, Kimberley, Qwaqwa, Kuruman, Upington Potchefstroom, Middelburg, Nelspruit.

General requirements:

• Attendance of training events on various aspects of tutoring is compulsory in the regional offices.
• Minimum of Masters degree but preferably a PhD in the subject that you are applying for.
• Advanced communication skills and proficiency in English.
• Commitment to meeting deadlines and a passion for student-centred learning.
• Friendly, patient, and sensitive to a diversity of students.

Recommendation

• Own transport is recommended.
• Teaching/tutoring experience will be an advantage.
• Ability to work with diverse students.

As an Independent Contractor, you will:

• Not be regarded as an employee of Unisa.
• Not be entitled to any benefits such as medical aid, office space, equipment, or leave (including
  sick leave), in terms of the UNISA conditions of service.
• Be required to work for 15 hours per module per semester and 30 hours for year modules.

SCHOOL OF ARTS: DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH STUDIES

Post-specific Requirements: Master’s Degree or preferably PhD with a major in English

• ENG1501 Foundations in English Literary Studies
• ENG1502 Foundations in Applied English Language Studies
• ENN1504 Practicing Workplace English
• ENG2602 Genres in Literature and Language: Theory, Style and Poetic

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES: DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCES

Post Specific Requirements: An undergraduate qualification (Bachelor’s degree) in either Political Science or in African Politics, International Politics or Politics, depending on the module(s) you apply for. In addition, a Master’s or Doctoral degree in either Political Sciences or in African Politics, International Politics or Politics. Subject-specific knowledge of the module(s) for which you apply.

• PLC2602 Politics and Public Policy

DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

Post Specific Requirements: A minimum Masters degree or preferably PhD in Development Studies, Project Management or Community Development.

• DVA1501 Introduction to Development Studies
• DVA1502 Development Problems and Institutions

How to apply : Unisa Face to Face Tutor Positions (Independent Contractors)

To apply, you need to do the following:

1) Complete the form: Click here to apply
2) Scan certified copies of the following documents and forward to the email address mentioned below:

• certified copy (within the previous six months) of your highest educational qualification
• certified copy (within the previous six months) of your academic transcript
• certified copy (within the previous six months) of your identity document/passport
• certified copy (within the previous six months) of your valid permit (foreign applicants)
• certified copy (within the previous six months) of SAQA verification of foreign qualifications (if applicable) and;

3) Comprehensive curriculum vitae.

Remuneration: R 431.60 per hour
Closing Date: 25 July 2024

General Enquiries:
Mr. D Mulaudzi: Tel (012) 429 2741 (School of Arts)
Mr. M Sultan Beg: Tel (011) 670 9782 (School of Social Science and Humanities)

Supporting documents should be emailed to chstutorials@unisa.ac.za

UNISA reserves the right to authenticate all qualifications without any further consent from the applicant. Late, incomplete and incorrect applications will not be considered.