Foundation Teacher

For more than 20 years, UP Education has been delivering bridging programs that are tailored to the needs of international students who require academic support to achieve their dream of a university education. In partnership with the University of Tasmania, UP Education is delivering a Foundation Studies Program at the UTAS Sandy Bay campus in Hobart. We have a passion for education and want to see our students succeed in every facet of their lives. Our focus is on high quality teaching coupled with an emphasis on holistic welfare and support.

As an UP Foundation English teacher you will be responsible for the continuous improvement and delivery of the following units:

• XPD001 English 1: This is a core unit designed to improve students' knowledge and understanding of English language skills and techniques. The curriculum aligns with CEFR English proficiency B1.
• XPD002 English 2: This is a core unit that extends the learning and skills developed in English 1 within the context of Australian history and culture
• XPD003 English 3: This is a core unit designed to further improve students' knowledge and understanding of English language skills and techniques. The curriculum aligns with CEFR English proficiency B2.

The above 3 units comprise an 0.75 FTE role. There is also an opportunity for a suitable applicant to take on a 4th unit to bring the role to full-time:

• XPD013 Media Studies: This is an elective unit in which students develop knowledge and understanding of key theories and concepts relating to the study of mass communication in a historical, local and global perspective.

To teach English Units:

• English language teaching qualification
• 2 years ESL/EFL teaching experience

To teach Media Studies Units:

• A recognised Bachelors or Masters in a related field
• 2 years teaching experience or a recognised teaching qualification

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