English Language Tutor

Job Details

We have a number of roles available for English Language Tutors at the University of
Leeds, where you will deliver engaging, effective EAP and/or General English summer pre-sessional classes to international students at the University of Leeds.

The dates of contract are either 29 June 2020 – 18 September 2020 (12 weeks) or 27 July 2020 – 18 September 2020 (8 weeks)
The hours of work are up to full-time (37.5 hours per week) and we welcome applications from those who wish to be considered for part-time hours. Please note this will be a rolling advert until roles have been filled.

What does the role entail?
As an English Language Tutor, your main duties will include:
– Delivering up to 16-20 contact hours per week on an assigned module following
the prescribed syllabus, taking personal responsibility for the design, delivery
and style of teaching delivered, and ensuring that teaching reflects professional
standards and meets the learning objectives identified.
– Collaborating with colleagues on materials and course development, and
curriculum changes.
– Building internal contacts and participate in networks to exchange information
and best practice and to pave the way for future collaborations. There is also
an expectation to join external networks where appropriate.
– Communicating assessment requirements, marking coursework and
examinations once submitted, and providing timely constructive feedback in
accordance with set marking criteria.
– Contributing to module reviews and quality assurance mechanisms as required,
and input into the immediate service being offered.
– Acting as personal tutor and providing advice to students on matters relating to
UK academic expectations, maintaining an accurate record of students’
attendance and assessment, completing any administrative tasks associated
with module delivery as required.
– Supervise the work of students and provide advice and support where
necessary. May also be required to supervise postgraduate projects and act as
a mentor and help identify and respond to student needs.
– Taking on board any feedback as well as being proactive in seeking it out, as
well as engaging in continuous professional development as required and
offered.

What will you bring to the role?
As an English Language Tutor, you will have:
An excellent command, and extensive knowledge, of the English language;
A first degree and CELTA or other recognised language teaching qualification;
A proven track record of successful teaching of EFL and/or EAP and content;
Effective teaching skills and a range of delivery techniques and assessment
methods;
Excellent time management and planning skills with a proven ability to manage
competing demands effectively, responsibly and without close support;
The ability to undertake administrative responsibilities associated with student
education including use of learning technologies such as the university’s Virtual
Learning Environment (Minerva);
The ability to work well both individually and in a team, with excellent written
and verbal communication skills, and a flexible and co-operative approach.

You may also have:
A DELTA, DipTESOL, A PGCE with major TESOL component (or alternatively, CELTA
or CertTESOL with an MA degree in TESOL or a related area) or MA in EAP or another relevant field;
Experience of incorporating technologies into learning and teaching;
Experience of teaching in a Higher Education setting.

Job Salary & Benefits

Salary: Grade 7 starting at £33,797

Further Information

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form found at jobs.leeds.ac.uk (please include a CV and personal statement on how you meet the person specification for the role).

For further enquiries, please contact Sian Owen and Helen Whitelaw at llcstaffsupport@leeds.ac.uk

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