SHORTWOOD TEACHERS’ COLLEGE
Founded September 28, 1885
“Growth and Enlightenment”
BE PART OF OUR LEGACY! SHAPE THE FUTURE!
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following position:
Lecturer – Professional Studies Department – ONE POSITION
Qualification:
- Master’s degree.
- Diploma or higher qualification in Special Education.
Requirements:
- Professional teacher certification.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ teaching experience at the tertiary or secondary level.
- Strong research background and ability to teach and guide students in research.
- Experience assessing student performance using varied evaluation methods.
- Advanced knowledge of educational technology, Moodle and ICT integration in instructional design.
- Excellent communication and time management skills; self-motivated, goal-oriented and team-oriented.
- Leadership ability and a clear vision for excellence in teacher preparation, in accordance with the Certification Regulations of the Teachers’ Colleges of Jamaica and Ministry of Education policies.
- Ability to contribute to departmental activities, outreach, collaboration and interdisciplinary initiatives.
*Candidates with a background in Primary Education will be at a distinct advantage.
Applications, accompanied by a current résumé/CV and the names and contact information of two (2) referees, should be submitted no later than
Friday, October 23, 2026, to:
The Chairman of the Board
Shortwood Teachers’ College
77 Shortwood Road, Kingston 8
OR
via email
N.B. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.