Roles of an Educator

Study Notes

Roles of an Educator

Learning Mediator

Mediate learning in a manner sensitive to the diverse needs of learners, including those with barriers to learning
Construct learning environments that are appropriately contextualized and inspirational
Communicate effectively, showing recognition of and respect for the differences of others
Demonstrate sound knowledge of subject content and various principles, strategies, and resources appropriate to teaching in a South African context

Interpreter and Designer of Learning Programmes and Materials

Understand and interpret provided learning programmes
Design original learning programmes
Identify the requirements for a specific context of learning and select and prepare suitable textual and visual resources for learning
Select, sequence, and pace the learning in a manner sensitive to the differing needs of the subject area and learners

Leader, Administrator, and Manager

Make decisions appropriate to the level, manage learning in the classroom, and carry out classroom administrative duties efficiently
Participate in school decision-making structures
Demonstrate democratic leadership, supporting learners and colleagues, and responsiveness to changing circumstances and needs

Scholar, Researcher, and Lifelong Learner

Pursue ongoing personal, academic, occupational, and professional growth through reflective study and research in their learning area and broader professional and educational matters
Achieve growth through pursuing reflective study and research in other related fields

Community, Citizenship, and Pastoral Role

Practise and promote a critical, committed, and ethical attitude towards developing a sense of respect and responsibility towards others
Uphold the constitution and promote democratic values and practices in schools and society
Develop a supportive and empowering environment for learners and respond to the educational and other needs of learners and fellow educators
Develop supportive relations with parents and other key persons and organizations based on a critical understanding of community and environmental development issues
Integrate HIV/AIDS education into teaching practice

Assessor

Understand that assessment is an essential feature of the teaching and learning process
Integrate assessment into the teaching and learning process
Understand the purposes, methods, and effects of assessment
Provide helpful feedback to learners
Design and manage both formative and summative assessment in ways that are appropriate to the level and purpose of the learning
Keep detailed and diagnostic records of assessment
Interpret and use assessment results to feed into processes for the improvement of learning programmes

Learning Area/Subject/Discipline/Phase Specialist

Be well grounded in the knowledge, skills, values, principles, methods, and procedures relevant to the discipline, subject, learning area, phase of study, or professional or occupational practice
Know about different approaches to teaching and learning (and, where appropriate, research and management)
Understand how to use these approaches in ways that are appropriate to the learners and the context
Have a well-developed understanding of the knowledge appropriate to the specialism

Description

Test your knowledge of the seven roles of an educator, including learning mediator, and their responsibilities in creating effective learning environments. Learn about the importance of communication, subject content, and strategies for teaching.