Job no: 0056888
Location: Parkville
Role type: Casual
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: Academic A – $57.33 per hour, Sessional Tutoring $171.99 per hour plus 11.5% super
- Support the academic success and wellbeing of resident students through subject-specific tutorials.
- Shape student success by delivering tailored academic support in a vibrant, community-focused environment.
About the Role
International House’s Academic Tutors support the academic success and wellbeing of resident students by delivering weekly subject tutorials that complement University coursework. Tutors prepare and conduct tutorials, consult with students on topics and skills development, and collaborate with the Residential Programs Academic Manager to address student engagement and performance, up to 4 hours per week in semester teaching weeks.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and deliver subject-specific tutorials during the semester’s teaching and learning weeks. This may include preparing a brief lesson plan in line with weekly lectures and facilitating informed group discussions or other learning activities.
- The work is of casual nature and dependent on availability, to consult with students in relation to readings, weekly topics and skills development.
- Attend meetings and training sessions as directed by the Residential Programs Academic Manager.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and submit these each week to the Residential Programs Academic Manager.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines effectively. They possess strong interpersonal abilities, including active listening, cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and the capacity to handle confidential information with discretion.
You will also have:
- A completed undergraduate degree.
- Familiarity with the syllabus of at least two core, prerequisite and/or first-year University of Melbourne subjects in the following areas: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Calculus, Physics, Biology and Chemistry.)
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage one’s own time effectively and meet deadlines successfully.
- Ability to manage and facilitate informed group discussion and/or skills development and practice.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Georgia White via email at georgia.white@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
