Chemistry Tutor in Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Contract Type: Variable hours – Permanent

Location: University of Aberdeen, International Study Centre

Salary: Up to £34.49 per hour

Start Date: May 2024

JOB OVERVIEW

Aberdeen International Study Centre (ISC) is based directly within the University of Aberdeen campus. You would be working in a culture of enhancing learning, teaching, and assessment through a developmental approach, which for you will mean autonomy, innovation, and development opportunities.

You will teach on our Undergraduate Foundation Programme, International Year 2 and / or Pre-Masters Programmes. Ability to teach the Chemistry modules is essential and other areas of STEM, for example, Mathematics and Research skills will be beneficial. You will play a key role by contributing to the development of teaching materials and formative assessment. You will empower students to reach the level they need to progress into university by providing student-centred, engaging, and innovative learning. You’ll undertake marking and feedback on formative and summative assessments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Contribute to the delivery and development of modules and teaching sessions offered by the Aberdeen ISC

•    Prepare and deliver teaching seminar and tutorial sessions

•    Prepare module tests and other forms of formative and summative assessments

•    Mark students’ formative and summative assessments submissions and provide timely feedback to students on their performance, including writing regular student reports and tutorials

•    Develop and update course material for modules and teaching sessions, including module material for the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

•    Work with the Centre’s Student Experience team in the delivery of induction, orientation and registration programmes.

•    Notify and liaise with colleagues where necessary to ensure all students receive appropriate ongoing welfare and progression support

•    Implement quality assurance procedures at module and teaching session-level and contribute to the annual monitoring and review of courses

•    Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance and performance

•    Attend and contribute to standardisation, moderation and other quality assurance meetings.

ABOUT YOU

•    A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject area or similar subject (Essential)

•    Teaching qualification (Desirable)

•    Master’s in a related discipline (Essential for Pre-Masters Programme)

•    Experience of teaching in UK higher, further education or sixth form (Essential)

•    Experience in working with international students (Desirable)

ABOUT US

Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. Additionally, our Intend platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available. 

To find out more about Study Group, Aberdeen ISC and our partner university, visit the following websites:

https://www.studygroup.com

https://www.aberdeen-isc.ac.uk

https://www.aberdeen-isc.ac.uk/about/international-study-centre

https://www.abdn.ac.uk

ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguarding and recognises its importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. For successful applicants, the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country-specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidentia

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