Address- $98,334 to $107,565
- Ongoing, full-time
- Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
- Reference number: 24570
- Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
- Remuneration: Total remuneration range: $116,370 to $127,294 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $98,334 to $107,565 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
- Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Language and Learning Educator to join Learning and Teaching Unit, Education Portfolio, Academic Division.
About the Position The primary purpose of the Language and Learning Educator is to provide timely and targeted services and initiatives to support the academic Language and Learning needs of all students. In addition to academic Language and Learning development responsibilities, the Language and Learning Educator will work in partnership with STEM Educators and Career Educators and other Language and Learning Educators across the faculties to contribute to the work related to Student Success and Teaching Advancement strategic priorities.
These areas include:
- Student partnership, and peer programs.
- Professional identity development and WIL support.
- Curriculum planning and resource development.
- Student retention and Learning analytics.
- University wide initiatives such as Orientation.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
About the Education Portfolio At QUT we are transforming learning and teaching practices in line with our Real World Learning Vision, so that our graduates are highly skilled, enterprising, and well suited to 21st century employment and careers. We are committed to increasing the flexibility of our course offerings to enable our students and graduates to thrive in changing and complex working environments throughout their lives.
Our focus is on student success, partnering with students to enhance the end-to-end learner journey, and designing and delivering high quality, flexible educational experiences that enable this. The Education Portfolio encompasses:
- Curriculum Quality and Academic Integrity
- Learning and Teaching Unit
- Library
- QUT College
- QUT Entrepreneurship
- Student Ombudsman QUT’s distinctive positioning as “the university for the real world” means a commitment to and investment in real-world work integrated learning, authentic assessment, a curriculum design studio approach for innovative curriculum and an increased focus on the optimisation of digital technologies to enhance on campus and online learning.
About the Learning and Teaching Unit The Learning and Teaching Unit (LTU) is committed to a culture of collaboration, working in partnership with students, industry representatives, and staff across QUT to meet the evolving needs of our learners. LTU leads and coordinates learning and teaching across QUT, leveraging existing initiatives and enabling new ways of thinking and working that are learner-centric and future-focused.
The Student Success and Teaching Advancement (SSTA) teams work in partnership with faculties and divisions to deliver a connected and impactful student experience. This is achieved through the provision of university wide learning, careers and retention support services and strategies, and building an engaged community of innovative academic practice and learner focused educational delivery using scholarly and data informed approaches. SSTA is a large section within LTU employing more than 120 academic, professional and sessional staff, and student partners.
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or experience equivalent to completion of a degree in a discipline with a strong relevance to academic Language and Learning practice and pedagogy, with at least four years subsequent relevant work experience.
- Proven experience in promoting and teaching others to develop the strategies needed to engage effectively in academic Language and Learning discourses and literacies in physical (face-to-face) and virtual environments.
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues which affect adult Language and Learning development, retention and success in higher education as well as a commitment to working from a social justice framework.
- Demonstrated ability to work in close partnership with a wide range of student and staff stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to design and deliver learner-centred services and strategies.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work in a team coordinating a range of student success initiatives, and to respond flexibly to rapidly changing educational situations.
- Highly effective written, verbal, and digital communication skills, including facilitation and presentation expertise and the ability to create high quality, and engaging digital learning resources.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—its celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If youre ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, were excited to meet you.
Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking Apply' or the link below.
View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=8BA0AC8C-905A-87E4-CBBF-DAD923DDF500
Job opens: 26-Jun-2024
Applications Close: 10-Jul-2024 at 11.30pm
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