Computing Teacher

The Opportunity

OIDI is launching a new tutored Online International Foundation Programme (level 3) in Business, Applied Computing and Computer Science with a June 2022 start date. The programme will be delivered completely online using Moodle and various applications such as H5P in addition to live sessions delivered on Zoom. Students will progress to bachelor’s level study at a range of UK universities.

In order to support this programme we are looking to bring in teachers who are qualified in their specialism and have a strong student-centered approach to their delivery. Teaching will comprise of two key components: 1) the delivery of a number of live sessions each week via Zoom; 2) the support and feedback for directed (asynchronous) learning activities on Moodle across each week, such as forums, individual responses to tasks and to foster high levels of engagement.

In addition, there is also the expectation of teachers taking on the role of a Module Lead for a small number of modules. The main focus is to be the person who coordinates the assessment cycle and advises on the quality of specialist learning materials.

While many of the Moodle learning activities will have been developed, there will still be a need to develop more. In addition, learning materials for live Zoom sessions are likely to require development.

The post holder will be an experienced subject teacher, ideally with some online teaching experience.

The OIFP is looking for staff to develop 3 and 2 term modules (all at level 3) with teaching to start in June 2022 in the following areas – it is anticipated that staff would be able to contribute to a range of modules, likely to be grouped as follows:

Cluster 1: Web based technologies and digital media: Computer Architecture; Principles of Artificial Intelligence

Cluster 2: Introduction to computer programming; Cybersecurity and digital ethics; Principles of Artificial Intelligence

Main duties and responsibilities

Teaching/Module Leadership

• Deliver academic subject modules in to international students from a range of linguistic, educational and cultural backgrounds on the OIFP (level 3)
• Take ownership of modules in the role of a Module Lead (teaching hours are reduced accordingly), playing a key part in module assessment procedures during the programme
• Remain sensitive to the expectations of different nationalities whilst encouraging an open and questioning approach to learning that leads students to become independent learners
• Provide academic support for students, as appropriate, through consultations and tutorials, demonstrating a willingness to offer extra advice outside normal class hours
• Develop and maintain an encouraging/positive learning environment
• Assess students throughout their modules, regularly creating, providing and marking both formative and summative evaluations
• Provide detailed oral and written feedback to students and other stakeholders, for example, the Programme Lead, as required
• Carry out administrative and record-keeping tasks associated with teaching and assessment (e.g. accurate attendance records, student progress reports, test invigilation)

Materials Development

• Working under the direction of the Programme Lead, develop suitable learning materials using MS Office, Teams and other suitable applications for a range of OIDI programmes
• Design, select, prepare and use teaching and learning materials appropriate for international students and contribute relevant materials to the to the teachers’ shared resource drive
• Deliver academic subject specific modules in to international students from a range of linguistic, educational and cultural backgrounds on the OIFP (level 3)
• Design and develop assessments and suitable marking criteria
• Populate the VLE with relevant materials for students to access

General

• Attend meetings with key staff including the PL, Learning Designer and the wider team as required
• Attend and contribute to college meetings and training sessions as required
• Act as a positive ambassador for OIDI programmes

Why join us?

The benefits:

• A competitive salary;
• 25 days’ paid holiday pro rata plus the usual bank holidays;
• The opportunity to join an organisation that will support your ongoing professional and personal development; and
• Opportunity to work remotely.

How to apply

Please note the following key dates as the recruitment process will involve a task that will form part of the interview process:

Deadline: 6th December

Task: sent out 8th December, deadline 14th December

Interview date: 15th December

Location: Home-based / Remote