Academic Skills & Learning Coach

Trinity College Dublin; Dublin; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity College Dublin invites applications for an SLD Officer to support academic learning services and develop world-class graduate skills. The role focuses on research-based teaching strategies, delivering workshops, and offering individual student guidance to foster self-directed learning.

Based in Ireland's premier university, the 1-year fixed-term contract emphasizes upgrading Blackboard Ultra modules, with a 35-hour week and a salary range on the Administrative 3 scale.

Qualifications

• Proven skills and experience in managing projects in an educational context.
• Ability to make independent decisions and offer best practice to enhance student learning.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy and evidence-based learning strategies.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with marketing via social media and email.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver workshops using evidence-based educational principles.
• Provide individual appointments to students to foster self-directed learning.
• Support initiatives for cohorts (postgraduate & international students).
• Upgrade current modules within Blackboard Ultra.
• Collaborate within the SLD team and communicate effectively.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

MS Office

Pedagogy

Teamwork

Social media marketing

Independent decision-making

Research/evidence-based learning

Tools

MS Office

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Trinity College Dublin invites applications for an SLD Officer to support academic learning services and develop world-class graduate skills. The role focuses on research-based teaching strategies, delivering workshops, and offering individual student guidance to foster self-directed learning.

Based in Ireland's premier university, the 1-year fixed-term contract emphasizes upgrading Blackboard Ultra modules, with a 35-hour week and a salary range on the Administrative 3 scale.