Student Learning Developer in English Language

Job Description

You will be passionate about English language development, and work within a team that is committed to enhancing the skills and capabilities of our students through supporting student learning and improving student retention and success. You will actively contribute to major initiatives to improve students’ written and oral English language skills.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with students and staff across the university, as well as with external partners. You will offer one-on-one consultations, create online and print resources, and design and deliver a range of workshops and events, as well as classroom-based and online activities. Your passion, initiative and creativity will enhance student retention and success.

Additional information about Te Puna Ako / Centre for Tertiary Teaching & Learning (CeTTL), can be foundhere

Salary will be in the range of $75,000 to $95,000 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description here .For a confidential conversation please contactNicole Pepperell, Director Te Puna Ako, by email at:[email protected]

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

Along with your completed postgraduate qualification and excellent interpersonal skills, you will:

• demonstrate expertise in English language development for students at a range of levels
• understand recent trends in tertiary education, and how these trends impact student success
• demonstrate a track-record of effective tertiary teaching, facilitation, administration and pastoral support
• have experience working within a diverse multicultural environment and understand and acknowledge the how this impacts student learning and progress

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

Te Puna Ako / Centre for Tertiary Teaching & Learning (CeTTL) engages with students and staff across the University of Waikato to enhance the quality of teaching and learning. Situated within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Te Puna Ako is a multi-disciplinary centre in which academic and professional staff work collaboratively to provide leadership in a wide range of teaching and learning initiatives.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with manybenefits .

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply.

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research.Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

Requisition Number 1001687

Job Info

• Job Identification 1001687
• Job Category Academic Programme and Online Learning Development