Academic Support Tutor

Zayed University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced academic support professional to provide tuition for Students of Determination. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a relevant degree, and a commitment to fostering student success. Responsibilities include conducting needs analysis, delivering creative teaching sessions, and working closely with faculty. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Annual vacation

Educational subsidies for children

Healthcare coverage

Qualifications

• 10 years of tertiary teaching experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 5 years with a Master's.
• Native-level spoken and written English preferred.
• Professional teaching qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic tuition for Students of Determination.
• Conduct needs analysis for academic literacy.
• Prepare and deliver creative teaching sessions.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Job description

Description

The Opportunity

The Student Accessibility Services seeks an incumbent responsible for providing academic tuition for Students of Determination to facilitate their development of academic language literacy and study skills required to enable them to reach their full potential in their disciplinary studies. Using a student-centered philosophy, the candidate must be adaptable, flexible, and willing to work in an ever-changing environment, with a capacity to develop a catalog of innovative and creative learning activity strategies. Strong interpersonal skills to work closely with faculty, SAS administration, and Students of Determination are essential, along with an interest in developing new skills and knowledge, especially in technology, as required by the evolving demands of SAS and the needs of Students of Determination.

The Responsibilities

1. Liaise closely with SAS manager and specialists to conduct needs analysis to understand the language, academic literacy, and executive functioning requirements of Students of Determination.
2. Prepare and deliver effective, targeted, creative, and innovative teaching/tutorial sessions on academic literacy, language, and executive functioning.
3. Share, develop, and revise creative and effective materials by adapting course materials used for content instruction to support students' development.
4. Liaise with counterparts across campuses and maintain effective working relationships to ensure consistency and exchange of ideas.
5. Keep records of students and support provided, and communicate these to the SAS manager as required.
6. Participate in discussions with SAS colleagues to maximize the effectiveness of instruction.
7. Contribute to data collection on the effectiveness of academic support provided to Students of Determination.
8. Actively promote a positive image of SAS within the university.
9. Advise faculty on approaches to teaching material and assessment design that consider Students of Determination's learning needs.
10. Teach IELTS preparation classes when requested.
11. Promote student success and work with students in intensive 1:1 and group tutorial settings.
12. Foster student accountability and responsibility in the learning process.
13. Provide constructive feedback, particularly for Students of Determination, to promote academic success.
14. Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all duties.
15. Adhere to university policies, ensuring compliance and procedural consistency.
16. Complete administrative tasks accurately and timely.
17. Participate in development and training to enhance teaching effectiveness.
18. Collaborate with colleagues to create a respectful and supportive environment.
19. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of SAS, adjusting work schedules and tasks as required.
20. Show genuine passion for student success, providing personalized support in both one-on-one and group tutorials.
21. Assess and address students' academic, linguistic, and executive functioning needs, with familiarity in assistive technology and its application.
22. Develop strategies to support students' academic and executive needs.

The Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of tertiary teaching experience OR a Master's Degree with 5 years of teaching experience.
• Native-level spoken and written English preferred.
• A professional teaching qualification is an advantage.
• Genuine interest in students' academic success and willingness to work in intensive tutorial settings.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines effectively.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with faculty, administration, and students.
• Linguistic knowledge of disciplines offered at ZU or interest to develop it.
• Willingness to work flexibly according to SAS requirements.

Desired or Preferred Requirements

• Experience in an academic environment.

The Benefits

The university offers a highly attractive benefits package with competitive, tax-free salaries in the UAE, including housing allowance, annual vacation, airline tickets for employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children, and healthcare coverage for employees and sponsored family members.

To Apply

Complete the online application form, attach a cover letter, a current CV, and three professional references with contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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