UNSW College is a not-for-profit, wholly owned enterprise of UNSW Sydney. UNSW College aspires to be an internationally leading provider of premium higher education pathways, leading to UNSW and other Australian universities. Delivering a world-class Student Experience is one of the strategic goals driving the long-term success of UNSW College.

UNSW College Academic English Programs (AEP) have been delivering excellence in English language education for over 50 years and provide a range of Academic English direct entry pathways to UNSW via ELICOS, Foundation Studies and Diploma programs.

We are currently inviting applications for TESOL qualified Academic English teachers for our end of year peak. Offers of employment are on a casual basis or fixed term contract basis, and you may be rostered up to 5 days per week on a variety of shifts across our English programs (ELICOS, Foundation and Diploma).

Successful casuals are also eligible to apply internally for ongoing / permanent roles.

The Perks:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our innovative and collaborative teaching team and be part of a positive workplace culture that delivers a quality student experience, embraces diversity, and displays respect.

UNSW College is the employer of choice for over 200 teachers and offers excellent working conditions including:

- A paid induction and training session before commencement of teaching duties
- Mentoring by an experienced Academic English teacher
- A supportive, engaging and professional teaching team, with highly motivated students
- Access to a range of UNSW and UNSW College resources to support high quality delivery
- Attractive remuneration*
- Access to paid parental leave*
- 50% off UNSW courses*
- Professional development opportunities including membership and access to English Australia’s CPD portal and full range of resources

*Full Enterprise Agreement with pay rates and conditions can be located here

What we are looking for:

- An undergraduate degree (or equivalent)



and an appropriate TESOL qualification (qualifications must satisfy regulation and Industry requirements including 100 contact hours and 6 hours of practicum)
- Demonstrated ability and experience with at least three years of teaching across a range of Academic English courses and pathway programs
- Demonstrated ability to use a range of digital tools, including generative AI and team-oriented tools to enhance student engagement and success, and to streamline communication and administrative tasks
- Demonstrated ability to adapt and provide constructive feedback on teaching materials for a range of modes and cohorts in Academic English to enhance communicative teaching approaches
- Evidence of recent professional development activities undertaken in areas such as assessment and curriculum development, and learning design for different delivery modes
- Positive contribution to departmental culture and communities of practice
- Proven ability to contribute to an effective teaching team (high level communication and strong organisational skills, initiative)
- Demonstrated ability to create academically rigorous, safe and inclusive learning environments, with sensitivity to intercultural dynamics

Desirable Criteria:

- Relevant post-graduate qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to develop innovative and creative curriculum content for Academic English programs
- Demonstrated ability to develop a variety of assessment tasks for various modes of delivery
- Experience coordinating Academic English programs

To be considered, your application must include the following:

- A PDF of your current CV including scanned PDF copies of your TESOL qualification and Bachelor degree;
- In the 'cover letter' section of your application: Please upload a statement addressing each of the essential and desirable selection criteria listed in the position description, in lieu of a cover letter.

Note:

Applications received without addressing the selection criteria above will not be considered.

The formal job title as per the Enterprise Agreement (EA) is Education Professional Language Facilitator.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

📌 Education Professional Language Facilitator (Casual Teacher for English) (Sydney)
🏢 UNSW College
📍 Sydney