Business Tutor

Contract Type: Variable Hours - fixed term until 04/01/2027

To plan and deliver effective programmes which prepare international students for level 1 undergraduate study in UCD and to support students in achieving their progression requirements.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Plan appropriate, effective and inclusive learning programmes through schemes of work that take into account the diversity
• Plan teaching sessions which accommodate individualised learning using a variety of resources, including digital learning
• Ensure a broad range of learning materials are available on the VLE for students to access and engage with, including self-directed tasks and activities that facilitate feedback and interaction
• Apply the principles of learning and teaching to provide learning activities to meet curriculum requirements and the needs of all students
• Select the relevant learning approaches and skill development to ensure students’ progress
• Contribute to the provision of a stimulating learning environment whilst adhering to the Centres’ Health and Safety procedures
• Apply the theories and principles of assessment including initial, diagnostic, formative and summative assessment
• Use a variety of methods to check learning in lessons (formative assessment)
• Ensure that interactive assessment activities are available to students through the VLE
• Provide regular and timely feedback to students to enable them to improve and achieve their qualifications
• Write summative assessments which appropriately measure the achievement of the learning outcomes of the programmes (including repeat assessments)
• Prepare students for summative assessment through revision sessions and practice assessments
• Engage in moderation of assessment materials and student work, including double marking, thorough and timely preparation of all relevant documentation for the external examiners, and participation in module assessment boards
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of student attendance and progress
• Respond promptly and appropriately to lapses in student attendance, punctuality, behaviour and application to their studies by individual conversations with students, referrals to personal tutors or referrals to professional services
• Support students with individual target setting and revise these throughout the year during progress checks
• Support student with action planning to improve academic performance and achieve aspirational targets
• Be available to offer support to students as required (e.g. workshops, booster and revision classes and one-to-one feedback sessions)
• Support students to progress to the University by being proactive in liaising with University Schools and link tutors
• Contribute to student progress reports in a clear and constructive manner
• Strive for and attain high levels of student achievement

ABOUT YOU

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Business with accounting (or related area) or professional qualifications and experience (essential)
• A relevant teaching qualification (desirable)
• Experience of teaching in the Higher or Further Education sectors or of Leaving Certificate (Hons)/A-level (essential)
• Experience of working with international students (desirable)
• Competence in Microsoft applications
• Competence in using VLE platforms

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