Job description

Applications for this post will only be processed where you are a University of Glasgow student and have been given the vacancy number by your Local School Administrator.

Job Purpose

Effectively and efficiently to undertake a range of duties associated with the teaching of full time and part time Pre-Honours students in English Language and Linguistics and associated administration as requested by the Head of School/Subject in order to contribute to the College/School/Subject Area objectives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To deliver Pre-Honours tutorials/seminars, which will include the supervision of group work and the leading of class discussion.
To ensure content and methods of delivery meet learning objectives.
To participate in the marking of written assessments, and providing timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning.
To undertake limited administrative duties such as recording attendance.
To engage in pedagogical training, organised by the School and the Subject.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1 A1 Honours degree (SCQF Level 10)in English Language/Linguistics or a related subject or have expertise in a relevant field, together with an understanding of the principles of teaching, learning and assessment.

A2 A postgraduate qualification or equivalent, or current enrolment as a postgraduate research student

A3 Appropriate level of knowledge and expertise in English Language/Linguistics or a related subject

Skills

Essential:

C1 Excellent communications and language skills both oral and written.

C2 Excellent interpersonal skills and presentation skills.

C3 Time/project/ management skills as appropriate.

C4 Ability to work independently and as part of a team

C5 Ability to work with little supervision.

C6 Self-motivation.

C7 Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.

Experience