Lecturer in English at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• The holder of this position will be required to teach and conduct research on English and Literature courses. The lecturer will also undertake duties in the school and departmental committees and support student projects and University activities in line with academic goals

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the COD from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to the support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the performance appraisal plan.
• Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed to the examination records management system on time.
• Attend departmental, faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a PhD in English Literature, PhD in English Language, PhD in Applied Linguistics or related field from an accredited and recognized institution
• Must have a Masters in English Literature, Masters in English Language, Masters in Applied Linguistics or related field from an accredited and recognized institution
• Be registered or registerable with a relevant professional body.
• At least 5 years of teaching experience from a recognized institution with supervision experience.
• Must have proven research and grant writing skills for previous works.
• Must have presented and published at least two (2) papers in accredited conferences and journals in line with English and related studies.

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Must master English teaching methodologies and educational theories to effectively convey complex concepts and foster student understanding.
• Must demonstrate the ability to design, plan, and implement effective curricula that align with academic standards and student learning objectives.
• Must have proficiency in creating and grading assessments to accurately measure student progress and understanding.
• Must be familiar with educational technologies such as Learning Management
• Systems (LMS), online resources, and digital tools to deliver engaging and current content.
• Must have a commitment to ongoing professional development to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field and continuously improve teaching practices.
• Strong research skills to contribute to academic knowledge and integrate new findings into teaching.
• Ability to critically analyze English language data, theories, and research findings.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively explain complex concepts and engage with students.
• Ability to support and mentor students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.