Chemistry Tutor

Contract Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, Durham University International Study Centre

JOB OVERVIEW

The purpose of the role is to deliver highly effective modules at International Foundation Year (Pre Undergraduate, level 3), in the Centre and via online teaching. We are looking for candidates with a range of experience in delivering Chemistry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Head of Subject and/or Subject Lead.

Durham University International Study Centre programmes cover the following subject areas:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering modules (online and face-to-face) to international students studying on programmes offered by the Centre and assisting with the development of modules.
• Developing modules from module specifications. This will include schemes of learning along with appropriate development of learning resources.
• Preparing module examinations and other forms of formative and summative assessment, marking and providing feedback to students.
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of the Centre’s virtual learning environment (VLE). Facilitating student access to same.
• Providing input for related modules to the annual review and reporting process.
• Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date record of student attendance and performance.
• Providing, when/if required, academic learning support to a small number of students.
• Participating in regular meetings with teaching and support staff.
• Supporting various student engagement activities around the ISC.
• Attending lectures given by Durham University to support student progression.
• Arranging and supporting visits to places of interest linked to subject

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• A bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a relevant subject (essential)
• A Master’s degree or equivalent in a related subject area (desirable)
• A recognised teaching qualification (desirable)
• Teaching experience delivering Chemistry programmes within a Further Education or Higher Education context
• Experience of working with international students online and face to face (Desirable)
• Competence in teaching and administrative IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, etc)
• Confident practitioner online (e.g. use of Teams/Zoom) and face to face
• Able to master a wide range of online teaching software
• A student-centred approach

ABOUT US

Study Group is the leading provider of international education, driving success for our students and partners. We believe in a better world through education and work with universities which are as motivated by driving student success and outcomes as we are. Voted as the 2017 and 2018 Global Pathway Provider of the year, our people are united with the shared ambition of providing a world-class UK education to talented students from across the globe.  

ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Study Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same dedication. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers, an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and overseas criminal records if appropriate.

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