Position Details

Casual Academic English Teacher (ELICOS)

CQUEnglish is a NEAS Quality Endorsed centre and offers courses in English for Academic Purposes for adult learners on pathways into CQUniversity degree programs. Our students benefit from our drive for excellence in learning and teaching in a supportive and friendly environment.

CQUEnglish is currently seeking expressions of interest from qualified and experienced English Language Teaching professionals to join our team. Appointments will be offered on a casual contract basis.

Please note this vacancy is a casual pool only. Your expression of interest will remain valid until the end of 2024. You will only be contacted if appropriate casual work becomes available.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications (essential)

• Three-year full-time degree or equivalent.
• Recognised TESOL certificate (100 contact hours + at least six hours supervised and assessed practice teaching in TESOL) or a degree/diploma in education with TESOL method.

Experience

• At least 2 years’ full-time equivalent English Language teaching experience, preferably at a recognised and quality endorsed Australian institution.
• Experience teaching English for Academic Purposes courses desirable.

Qualities

• Proven ability teaching English as a second language in a multi-cultural classroom.
• Experience teaching in online environments using Zoom (desirable).
• Willingness to actively participate in professional development and contribute positively to a culture of continuous learning.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and an ability to lead and work within teams.
• A strong commitment to a customer-service based approach to education provision.

How to apply

Interested applicants should send in a resume and cover letter addressing the above selection criteria.

BRISBANE CAMPUS:

Joshua Blinco, Senior English Language Teacher

j.blinco@cqu.edu.au

SYDNEY CAMPUS:

Nikola Mitic, Academic Manager

n.mitic@cqu.edu.au

MELBOURNE CAMPUS:

 Ian Picken, Academic Manager

i.picken@cqu.edu.au

 

Applications close on Friday, 20 December 2024.

Position Details

Casual English Language Teachers

About us

The University of Sydney is a leading, comprehensive research and teaching university. We are committed to harnessing the transformative power of education to foster greater knowledge and a better understanding of the world and its people. We are highly influential in shaping Australia’s national and international agenda and delivering solutions to the challenges facing society. We achieve this through critical analysis, intellectual leadership, and active contribution to public debate.

The primary objective is to create and sustain a university in which, for the benefit of both Australia and the wider world, the brightest researchers, and the most promising students, whatever their social or cultural background, can thrive and realise their full potential. This central purpose underpins our strategic goals. It challenges us to develop and support a community of scholars, where interdisciplinary research can flourish and where the student experience is enriched.

The Education Portfolio supports the development and implementation of the University’s strategy and vision for teaching, learning and the student experience. The portfolio contributes to institution-wide developments aimed at improving student learning, including the University’s approach to curriculum renewal, new thinking in pedagogy, learning and teaching analytics, e-learning and quality assurance for learning and teaching. The portfolio also provides strategic direction for students’ engagement in student life, including a well-supported transition to the University, support for academic choices for life and career, and a student experience supportive of the University’s educational aspirations.

The role

As an English Language Teacher, you will teach English language programs to international students at the University’s Centre for English Teaching (CET).

We are developing an eligibility list of Casual Teachers for our peak period consisting of 5-week terms commencing from June 2024 through to January 2025.

Available positions are mostly for experienced teachers of Academic English, full-time (20 hours per week) and part time (8 – 12 hours per week). This is a zero-hour contract and does not guarantee work throughout January 2025, as teaching hours are determined by the number of students and classes and the needs of the centre.

Classes are held Mondays – Fridays between 8.00am-12.15pm, 12.20pm-4.35pm or 4.40pm-9.00pm and delivered on-campus.

Essential attributes (as demonstrated in the Assessment Centre):

• Ability to work well in a team
• Leadership and organisational skills
• Experience and skills in blended learning
• Initiative, adaptability and flexibility
• High level of cultural awareness

Qualifications required:

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
• Recognised TESOL qualification
• See https://neas.org.au/resources/career-advice/ for NEAS requirements

Desired skills and experience:

• Experience in teaching high level academic English
• Curriculum development experience
• Experience in teaching across a range of programs (academic, general, English for Health Professionals, English for Engineers, other ESP)
• Postgraduate degree

Pre-employment checks:

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the following websites:
USYD Career Site: https://usyd.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Darlington-Campus/Casual—Centre-for-English-Teaching_0117613-1
SEEK: Casual English Language Teacher Job in Darlington, Sydney NSW – SEEK

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Mari Lewis, Recruitment Consultant Recruitment Operations, by email to casual-recruitment.admin@sydney.edu.au.

Please indicate your availability in your application.

 

Applications close on Friday, 25 October 2024 11:59 PM.

 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Position Details

ELICOS Head Teacher – Evening (Permanent Full-Time)

Overview of role

ILSC Education Group is one of Australia’s largest and fastest-growing language schools, known for the quality, rigour and variety of programs that are tailored to best meet international student needs and interests. The Evening Head Teachers (HT) play a key role in the school, and together with the Morning and Afternoon Head Teachers, are responsible for ensuring the ILSC mission of a transformative learning environment for students and staff at ILSC is consistently upheld by supporting and mentoring ILSC Teachers in their day-to-day roles and responsibilities.

The HT is a key member of the National ELICOS Academic Team, reporting to the DoS, and working closely with other Australian campus HTs to ensure the continued alignment, development, and overall success of their ILSC campus and of ILSC Education Group. The HT position requires constant collaboration with the DoS, Teachers, and Student Services Team, to maintain effective communication of ideas and decisions. The HT is energetic, empathetic, approachable, and has strong people skills. They will act as a mentor within the academic team, guide teachers on ILSC policies, requirements, and expectations, support the DoS in academic operations, and inspire progressive ideas and continuous improvement within the organisation.

The HT works closely with teachers on a daily basis, and is instrumental in supporting best practice in teaching, assessment, administration, and continuous professional development. The HT is responsible for modelling and mentoring teachers in classroom management, and ensuring effective teacher induction, training, and development for all ILSC ELICOS teachers. They will represent ILSC core values internally and externally, participating actively in sector Communities of Practice and Special Interest Groups.

About us

A world leader in language education & vocational training, ILSC Education Group, which opened its
first language school in Vancouver, Canada in 1991 and Greystone College in 2002, offers life changing educational experiences in Canada, Australia, and India, some of the world’s most attractive and popular English-speaking work and study destinations.

In early 2022, ILSC Education Group joined forces with ELS Education Services, bringing together over 100 years of combined experience delivering life-changing learning experiences to international students. Since 1961, when ELS Educational Services opened its first school in Washington DC, ELS has developed a global reputation for delivering top-quality English language programs. ELS now has the most extensive network of on-campus English language programs and University partners,
across the USA.

Our mission is to provide our global community with transformative learning, living and work experiences by offering the finest language, career and higher education programs.

Our Core Values

• PASSION: To enrich & transform people’s lives
• INNOVATION: To evolve through creativity & diversity
• RESPECT: To treat everyone with compassion & dignity
• COLLABORATION: To build community & achieve more together
• INTEGRITY: To act responsibly & ethically in everything we do

In accordance with ILSC’s Accessibility Policy, ILSC is committed to providing a barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request.

Job Duties:

The Head Teacher duties and responsibilities will vary according to teaching load, and include but are not limited to the following:

• Teach ELICOS classes (teaching load to vary based on operational needs)
• Collaborate with Director of Studies and National ELICOS Head Teacher Team for effective teacher support and continuous teacher success
• Support DoS in academic operations such as teacher scheduling and professional development
• Coordinate teacher relief and classroom changes
• Train and guide Teachers in ILSC Curriculum and Assessment documents and practices
• Train and guide Teachers in ILSC LMS and EdTech software and practices
• Run Orientation, Welcome Event, Placement Tests and liaise with ELICOS Admin Team
• Oversee campus and teacher needs as required
• Oversee eLearning and classroom resources as required, in conjunction with Resource Coordinators
• Conduct student assessments as required
• Contribute to Session meetings & Professional Development workshops
• Plan weekly student notices
• Assist with new teacher recruitment
• Run new teacher inductions
• Maintain and update ILSC Teacher Guide as required
• Coordinate new teacher classroom observations & peer observations
• Support Trinity CertTESOL Program, including assisting with recruitment and follow up of Teaching Practice students, and other Trinity-related tasks as required
• Participate in and represent ILSC at external SIGs and CoPs
• Stay attuned to sector support and opportunities available to teachers and students
• Other related duties or projects as determined by the campus Director of Studies

Key Selection Criteria

Education and Experience

• Recognised Bachelor’s degree
• Trinity CertTESOL, Cambridge CELTA, or Cert IV TESOL (or equivalent)
• Minimum three years’ teaching experience in quality English language institutions
• Excellent understanding of TESOL methodology, programs, and assessment practices
• Experience with online learning management systems and multimodal delivery
• Demonstrated focus on continuous personal and team professional development

Skills and Attributes

• Passionate about English language teaching and international education
• Agile approach to industry conditions
• Flexible and willing to trial new courses
• Strong communication and mentoring skills
• Excellent people and coordination skills
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team
• Ability to problem-solve under pressure or escalate as required
• Excellent organisational, administrative and computer skills, including MS Office
• Solid interpersonal and networking skills
• Excellent work ethic
• Current Working with Children Check (as per state requirements)
• Full Australian work rights
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Click here to apply.

Applications close on 26/10/24 at 11:59PM.