Casual Lecturers

• • Join our Foundation Studies Team at one of our vibrant campuses in Newcastle
  • We value work life balance and a positive supportive environment 

Role

The University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) is seeking a teacher for our 2025 Foundation Studies Program to teach Australian Studies. The Foundation Studies Program articulates into the first year of undergraduate study at the University of Newcastle.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently planning and delivering high-quality face-to-face lessons in accordance with the Australian Studies curriculum and class schedules
• Conducting courses and marking assessments for international students who will proceed to the first year of a higher education degree program
• Carrying out administrative functions and operating with an LMS and Microsoft applications
• Addressing individual student needs and concerns both inside and outside the classroom as appropriate to educational and institutional guidelines
• Participating in a team environment and contributing to the effective delivery of quality pathways courses offered to international students

 Requirements

• Experience in teaching international students
• A recognised postgraduate degree in a field relevant to Australian Studies
• 2+ years experience in tertiary and/or secondary education OR a formal qualification in the delivery of education
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a dynamic approach to classroom performance
• A commitment to student learning
• Effective communication skills and ability to communicate tactfully
• Confidence using educational programs and LMS (Canvas)

Kaplan Higher Education (The University of Newcaslte College of International Education)

Kaplan is one of the world’s leading providers of lifelong education, helping over one million students around the globe achieve their educational and career goals each year.

Kaplan International Pathways guides more than 20,000 international students to 35 partner universities around the world each year. The on-campus pathway college commenced delivery in Newcastle in early 2021 and is growing from strength to strength.

Join us at Kaplan and enjoy a great benefits package, our culture of inclusivity, and our support of our peoples’ personal, professional & academic development.

Applications close 29 September 2025. Please note that we may close the role earlier if we have sufficient applications. Therefore, please submit your application as soon as possible. Casual recruitment is managed directly by the managers. We strive to respond as promptly as possible, but please be patient, as the process may take longer than usual. We will get back to you as soon as we can.

Please note that we will handle your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy https://www.kaplan.edu.au/privacy-policy/.

Background-Check Notice & Declaration

Kaplan and many of its major clients operate in highly regulated environments. This requires us to be proactive and diligent in relation to personnel background checks and to undertake thorough vetting of candidates for roles of this nature. To enable Kaplan to assess a candidate’s suitability for this role, each candidate will be required to answer pre-screening questions, and, if you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undertake the relevant background checks (unless Kaplan determines otherwise). These checks may include one or more of the following: verification of identity, working rights, criminal history, qualifications, and working with children clearance. If you are shortlisted, Kaplan will advise you which checks are required for this role and explain how you will undertake the checks. Kaplan is committed to handling your personal information appropriately. Please see the Privacy Policy at Kaplan.edu.au for information about how Kaplan may handle your personal information in connection with this application process. 

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