The Role
Develop and maintain study guides, learning materials, and rigorous assessments for Bachelor of Education modules in a distance-learning environment. Ensure alignment with curriculum outcomes, South African higher education standards, quality assurance requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Collaborate with coordinators, subject matter experts, editors, and quality assurance staff; revise materials based on feedback; maintain academic accuracy and integrity; and meet development deadlines.
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This is a remote position.
Lyceum College invites applications from qualified, committed, and academically accomplished professionals to serve as Content Developers for selected modules within the Bachelor of Education (BEd) qualification in the Faculty of Education.
Content Developers play a vital role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality learning materials and assessments that support student success in a distance learning environment. Successful applicants will contribute to the development of academically rigorous, engaging, and student-centred learning resources aligned with South African higher education standards, institutional quality assurance requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
Specialisation Area
The Faculty of Education is seeking Content Developers for the following modules:
- English First Additional Language Teaching and Learning 1
- English First Additional Language Teaching and Learning 2
- English First Additional Language Teaching and Learning 3
- isiZulu Home Language Teaching and Learning 2
- isiZulu Home Language Teaching and Learning 3
- Mathematics Teaching and Learning 3
- Life Skills Teaching and Learning 2
- Life Skills Teaching and Learning 3
- Physical and Health Education
- Educational Psychology 3: The Psychology of Learning
- Educational Psychology 3: Advanced Child Development in Context
- Foundations of Education
- Teaching Practice 5
- Teaching Practice 6
Key Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive study guides, learning materials, and assessment activities in accordance with approved module outlines and institutional templates.
- Design learning content that aligns with programme outcomes, curriculum requirements, institutional standards, and NQF expectations.
- Develop valid, reliable, and academically rigorous formative and summative assessments.
- Ensure learning materials are current, academically sound, and incorporate relevant research and best practices.
- Develop content that is suitable for distance and blended learning environments.
- Ensure language accuracy, academic integrity, instructional quality, and consistency throughout all learning materials.
- Collaborate with Programme Coordinators, Subject Matter Experts, Editors, and the Quality Assurance Office throughout the development process.
- Revise and update learning materials based on academic feedback and quality assurance recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with institutional quality assurance standards and regulatory requirements.
- Meet all development milestones and submission deadlines.
Requirements
Required Competencies
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Strong subject knowledge in the relevant discipline.
- Excellent academic writing, curriculum development, and instructional design skills.
- Sound understanding of curriculum development and assessment practices within higher education.
- Knowledge of South African higher education policies, teaching and learning practices, and curriculum frameworks.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to academic quality.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication, planning, and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital learning platforms.
Minimum Requirements
- A Master's degree in Education or the relevant discipline related to the module(s) applied for (essential).
- A recognised teaching qualification will be advantageous where applicable.
- At least two years' experience in higher education, curriculum development, content development, academic writing, or learning material development.
- Demonstrable experience in developing study guides, learning materials, or assessments within higher education.
- Experience in distance or online education will serve as an advantage.
- Familiarity with South African higher education quality assurance frameworks.
- Computer literacy with access to a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer.
Added Advantage
- A Doctoral qualification in the relevant field or current doctoral studies.
- Previous experience developing learning materials for private higher education institutions.
- Experience in Long Distance and e-Learning environments.
- Knowledge of learning management systems and educational technologies.
Application Process
Interested applicants are invited to submit:
- A cover letter indicating the specific module(s) they are applying to develop and summarising their relevant expertise.
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing academic qualifications and professional experience.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Academic transcripts for all completed qualifications.
Applications must be submitted via email to [email protected].
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Lyceum College reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Lyceum College is committed to Employment Equity and reserves the right to make appointments in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Education or a relevant discipline related to the module applied for
- At least two years of experience in higher education, curriculum development, content development, academic writing, or learning material development
- Experience developing study guides, learning materials, or assessments within higher education
- Strong subject knowledge in the relevant discipline
- Excellent academic writing, curriculum development, and instructional design skills
- Understanding of higher education curriculum development and assessment practices
- Knowledge of South African higher education policies, teaching and learning practices, and curriculum frameworks
- Familiarity with South African higher education quality assurance frameworks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital learning platforms
- Computer literacy and access to a reliable internet connection and laptop or desktop computer
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines
- Excellent communication, planning, collaboration, attention to detail, and academic quality skills
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Experience in distance or online education
- Doctoral qualification or current doctoral studies in the relevant field
- Experience developing learning materials for private higher education institutions
- Experience in long-distance and e-learning environments
- Knowledge of learning management systems and educational technologies
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The Company
What We Do
Lyceum College is a South African private higher-education institution offering career-focused, accredited qualifications through distance learning. It helps learners pursue career goals with flexible delivery and an innovative approach to education. Its academic work spans faculties such as education, commerce, and humanities, with current openings for moderators and module leaders reflecting its focus on teaching and learning within higher education.
