Lecturer – Early Education
Lecturer Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; engage in research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Business
Lecturer – Business Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Professional Studies
Lecturer – Professional Studies Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Physics
Lecturer – Physics Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Mathematics
Lecturer – Mathematics Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will teach and carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas Requirements At minimum certification of a Master’s degree in Mathematics Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Desirable Experience in curriculum development Membership in a professional organization Evidence of continuing professional development in the respective subject area Strong depth and breadth of subject understanding Understanding of pedagogical and andragogical approaches to instruction and learning Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching Mathematics Competence in teaching and assessing across the range of taught levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic advisement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Computer Studies
Lecturer – Computer Science Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Home Ecology
Lecturer – Home Ecology Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
Lecturer – Language Arts
Lecturer – Language Arts Job Summary This position is responsible for providing services aimed at enhancing the efficient academic output and administration of The Mico University College. The incumbent will guide the intellectual development of students; develop, review and update course content to maintain currency; assess students’ learning, and provide meaningful and timely feedback. The incumbent will also carry out administrative tasks related to the management of academic affairs within the Department; develop, facilitate, evaluate and review courses and programmes; carry out research; and be of service to the institution and wider community in various areas. Requirements for the Position A master’s or doctoral degree in the content area or a related field, or equivalent research record or recognized standing in and contribution to a professional discipline preferred. At least a Teacher-training certificate from an accredited institution A minimum of five years’ teaching experience Membership in a professional organization Experience in curriculum development. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching/facilitation Competence in teaching and assessing across the levels offered. Ability to contribute to curriculum development. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through academic counselling. Ability and capacity to conduct and publish research. Ability to achieve the Institution’s research objectives through student engagement. Ability to supervise students engaged in research. Good organizational and time-management skills.
ODE TO ARTHUR GRANT
In 1924, a shy-looking young Englishman came to Jamaica and joined the Staff of Mico College. He was appointed the Junior Master of Methods. At that time, the College staff numbered six, so this young man had to give his scholarly hand in helping in the other Academic lecturing departments. He found his multilateral task very delightful, as he was well equipped in Mathematics, Literature, Latin and French, having majored in these at the London University where he obtained his B.A. “General” Degree. Prior to his going to university, this young man attended Westminster Teacher’s College in London and sat at the feet of Mr. A.J. Newman, former Principal of Mico College. In his coming to Jamaica, this young man of “Letters” adapted himself to the conditions of the College and immediately started to infiltrate his influence in the life of the College. The spirit of this man has been caught and diffused throughout the length and breadth of Jamaica by all students who encountered him. As a devoted worker, this young man made quick impressions and was rapidly elevated. In 1927, he was elevated to the position of Lushington House Master, a position he held until 1959. In 1948, his good influence and experience of the Jamaican spirit prompted the Board of Directors to unhesitatingly appoint him as Vice-Principal. The Board could not have made a better selection. The Vice-Principal held that office in unprecedented esteem. His devotion and interest in the academic and personal progress of students made him the “idol” of all who passed through the walls of The Mico. His contribution to The Mico and Jamaica can never be assessed. One thing is certain, and that is – his contribution, his legend, will remain immortal. He is one of the few men who, through their impact on people, have made legends in their lifetime. He retired fifty years later, after coming to The Mico on a six-month contract. He had a long and purposeful career at The Mico. His name will always be alive within these walls, literally, in the Arthur Grant House, and in the Scholarships which his family so generously gives in his name each year to students of The Mico who are in financial need. This year, 2024, marks 100 years of Mr. Arthur Grant’s association with The Mico University College (personally and in name). We are supremely grateful to this remarkable man, and by extension, his family, who gave of his all to The Mico University College. The following are memories of Arthur Grant by Professor Neville Ying one of his students. MEMORIES OF ARTHUR GRANT – Neville Ying It is my honour and privilege to share my memories Arthur Grant in paying homage to him on the 100th Anniversary of his service to THE MICO. I first met Arthur Grant in January 1958 at the first MICO ENTRANCE Examination. He was the invigilator. In those days THE MICO COLLEGE had two entrance exams. The first, which was used to select their quota of about 30 students plus 5. You were then put on a 1-Year Pre-College course consisting of Mathematics, English Science and Latin. You return in January the next year to sit the second entrance examination in these 4 subjects. The Exams were on Monday and Tuesday and you return on Friday to get your results. If you were successful you would go for your medicals on Friday and return to enter the College on Saturday afternoon. My second encounter with Arthur Grant was in January 1959 when I sat the second Entrance Examination. He had the unenviable task to read out in Classroom B the names of the 5 persons who were unsuccessful and ask them to leave immediately. This was a most humiliating experience for those persons. Later in 1959 I again interacted with Arthur Grant in his role as a lecturer. He was a versatile and multitalented lecturer who taught Mathematics, Latin, and Literature. He was very versed in music, especially classical music, and had a keen ear for the music flowing from instruments such as the piano, violin and cello. One day, while he was passing Classroom B, he heard a student who was a specialist in Music playing the Violin. He did not like what he heard so he took the violin from her, tuned it and gave it back to her to continue playing. His outstanding pedagogy in Mathematics earned him the title “PYTHIE” after the famous Greek Mathematician and Philosopher Pythagoras. I was one of his Mathematics specialist students and also did a year of Latin with him. He had some interesting and at times eccentric behaviours. First, he did not like to teach large classes. So, if his Latin Class started with 20 students, he would use the first week to intimidate the students and place in their minds that the subject was very difficult to pass. So, by the next week, the class would go down to 10 students, which was the number he desired. He then transformed into an excellent lecturer. He used the same technique for his class of specialists in Mathematics. His versatility in teaching different subjects allowed him to demonstrate their interrelationships and show how they were related to life. He would rivet this in our minds using the Latin expression “PRIMUS INTER PARES” to convey to each of us that we were only “just a leader among equals.” In our Mathematics class he would also draw attention to important life lessons. For instance, he would use the curve Asymptote and its related paradox to remind students that in their daily lives, despite their greatest efforts, there were some goals that were set that would never be achieved. He said that each time we tried, we would only reach halfway in our quest to achieve them, but we should not give up. He was a stickler for excellent oral reading. Most mornings he was the staff member in charge of our morning devotion at
Guidance Counsellor
Guidance Counsellor Position Summary This position is responsible for assisting students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development and career development. The position is also responsible for assisting with all aspects of the University College’s search and admissions process and for educating prospective students on the university college’s admissions process, trends, procedures and testing. Requirements for the Position A Master’s degree in Guidance and/or University Counselling or equivalent. Experience in University admissions, counseling, teaching and computer skills. A minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in Guidance Counselling. Knowledge of the University College’s Policies and Procedures Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all facets of student support services. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and spreadsheet applications. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats. Good Human Relations and Time Management skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to show discretion and tact and to demonstrate a responsible and flexible attitude. Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential. Ability to mediate and efficiently resolve complaints and conflicts. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to collect and collate information in an efficient and effective manner Ability to work well as part of a team. Desirables Experience in the area of special education Membership in a professional organization Evidence of continuing professional development in the respective subject area. Strong depth and breadth of subject understanding Understanding of pedagogical and andragogical approaches to instruction and learning Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment. Critical thinking skills in order to assess students’ progress and use the information to adapt lessons to help them learn. Must be patient in order to assist students with varying abilities and capabilities. Ability and willingness to support students in their study through counselling. Must be resourceful in order to develop different ways to present information in a manner that meet the needs of their students. Good organizational and time-management skills.