Psychology Tutor
Posted 6 hours 36 minutes ago by Study Group
Contract Type: Variable Hours, Fixed Term for 1 year
Location: Durham International Study Centre, Stockton-on-Tees
Salary: up to £33.57/hour
The purpose of the role is to deliver highly effective modules at International Foundation Year (Pre Undergraduate, level 3 and Pre masters, level 6), in the Centre and via online teaching. We are looking for candidates with a range of experience in delivering Psychology teaching.
ABOUT THE ROLE- 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.
- A recognised teaching qualification (desirable)
- A Master's degree or equivalent in a related subject area
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Teaching experience delivering Psychology 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
- Strong record keeping skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexibility
- Ability to work under pressure to deadlines
- Strong sense of teamwork
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 believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. Please see the Privacy Policy.