UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Title
Tutor (Grade 6)
School/RI
/Service
College/US
Reporting To
Job Purpose
To undertake a range of duties principally at the undergraduate level associated with the
teaching and assessment of the relevant target language, particularly in its spoken forms,
and to undertake associated administration as requested by the Head of
College/School/RI/Service in order to contribute to College/School/RI/Service teaching and
learning objectives.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. To deliver a range of teaching activities within the specific subject specialism, principally
at undergraduate level, to the ultimate achievement of College/School/RI/Service
teaching objectives.
2. In conjunction with the relevant class convenor contribute to the development and use of
appropriate course materials to ensure that content and methods of delivery meet
learning objectives.
3. To participate in the assessment process using a variety of methods and techniques,
including oral assessment, and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to
students to support their learning.
4. To supervise practical work, advising on skills, methods and techniques to assist the
transfer of knowledge.
5. To undertake limited departmental administrative duties as requested by the Head of
Section or College/School/RI/Service.
University of Glasgow
Job Description
Dimensions
Deliver teaching across a number of undergraduate levels
Develop and maintain teaching plans and materials on an ongoing basis throughout the year
Undertake teaching in accordance with a fair distribution of the College/School/RI/Service
workload
Interact with colleagues at College/School/RI/Service level as appropriate for the fulfilment of
course objectives.
Assisting with the design, implementation and maintenance of courses across a number of
levels of undergraduate study.
Assisting with the design, production and maintenance of assessment instruments and
material in connection with same.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Knowledge/Qualifications
A first degree in relevant subject specialism
Apt. level of knowledge and expertise in the subject specialism in order to deliver course
material.
Skills
Excellent communication skills both oral and written in both the target language and English
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Time management skills
Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.
Experience
Broad teaching experience at undergraduate or equivalent level
Proven track record in teaching
Job Features
Planning and Organising
Effective organisation skills to effectively manage time and prioritise as appropriate teaching
and administrative duties.
Reactive - Daily queries from departmental staff/students.
Weekly/monthly – class planning, organisation and materials generation.
Planning and organisation of work with other tutors as appropriate
Plan and organise administrative duties on an ongoing basis.
Decision Making
Take decisions as appropriate in accordance with assessment processes, course content
and committee advice.
Prioritise own work.
Course design and materials generation
Internal/External Relationships
Section Convener for exchanging information and learning and teaching strategy.
Teaching team for curriculum delivery and overall assessment.
Staff/students to advise and motivate.
U/G students for teaching and learning support.
Academic support services for appropriate advice and for exchanging information.
Student support services, to exchange information, refer/support students.
External
Interaction with academic colleagues in other Universities, to exchange ideas and
information about teaching practice
Problem Solving
Act as first point of contact for problems/enquiries from students in subject area.
Solve teaching problems e.g. delivery of materials to mixed-ability groups etc.
Assist students with issues relative to welfare.
Other
Organisation Chart
Head of School
Section Convener
Other Colleagues
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