Academic Teacher - Diploma of Animation Production
UTS College provides a pathway for students into the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), one of Australia's leading universities, and it is our vision to actualise potential and enhance lives through the power of learning, our actions and our people.
We currently have the opportunity for an Academic Teacher to join the Diploma of Animation Production on a sessional basis in Semester 2, commencing in June 2025. Subjects include:
- Foundations in Animation Language
- Foundations in Animation Design
About the Role
This position is responsible for:
- Teaching
- Preparing, delivering, and facilitating tutorials and workshops as outlined in the curriculum for the subject each week in subject area of expertise, as agreed with the Program Manager
- Grading assignments, tests, examinations, and other assessment items as required
- Providing detailed, timely, and meaningful feedback to students
- Performing all other teaching-related duties such as preparation for scheduled hours of teaching, administration of student records and informal consultations with students
- General Duties
- Providing early learning support and referrals as needed to UTS College Study Success Advisors
- In consultation with the Academic Coordinator and Program Manager, participating in a range of professional development activities
- Attending staff and subject meetings as required
- Completing special assignments under the direction of the Program Manager as required
- Team Liaison & Collaboration
- Establishing ongoing channels of communication with Academic Coordinators, Study Success Advisors, the Program Manager and academic colleagues to ensure consistent quality of teaching
- Participating in moderation activities
For more information on the subjects or a copy of the position description please contact people@insearch.edu.au.
About You
To succeed in this role you must have:
- Availability to teach on Tuesday and Thursday during the semester
- A bachelor’s degree in (doctoral qualifications preferred)
- 5 years+ experience in industry practice or relevant post graduate qualifications
- Relevant demonstrated experience of teaching in a higher education environment
- Demonstrated commitment to innovative learning and teaching practices, including a willingness to engage with contemporary approaches to content delivery including blended learning approaches
- Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple demands to meet deadlines whilst ensuring accuracy
- A NSW Working With Children’s Check
What UTS College has to Offer!
- A convenient inner-city location, located close to Central Station and Railway Square.
- A flexible working environment, including work from home opportunities.
- A diverse workplace with a passion for encouraging and supporting inclusiveness.
- Continuous learning and professional development (including ongoing learning & development opportunities a generous study assistance program, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the UTS Library).
- Discounted gym memberships at UTS Activate (available on campus!).
- Access to a supportive Wellbeing Program which includes free counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program: Peoplesense.
If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you!
Please include a cover letter addressing the above selection criteria and your subject preference as part of your application.
For more information about UTS College visit utscollege.edu.au