Casual Pathways Program Teachers

• • • Join our teaching team for Trimester 1, 2026
    • Work in a rapidly growing, teaching-focused institution
    • Be part of a flexible, supportive and successful learning environment giving our students the opportunity for future tertiary success 

Role

Kaplan International College Adelaide (KIC Adelaide) is seeking committed and reflective educators to teach across our 2026 Pathways Programs. As a trusted and long-standing pathway partner of Adelaide University, KIC Adelaide plays a critical role in preparing students not only for academic progression, but for success at university and beyond.

Our teaching staff contribute to a learning environment that deliberately develops students’ critical thinking, communication, collaboration, digital literacy, intercultural understanding, professional expertise and personal development. Teaching at KIC Adelaide means designing and delivering learning experiences that connect disciplinary knowledge with real-world application, foster independent and confident learners, and support students as they transition into the expectations of undergraduate and postgraduate study.

These programs articulate directly into Adelaide University undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and are delivered within a supportive, student-centred framework that values high-quality teaching, inclusive practice and purposeful feedback. Educators at KIC Adelaide are not only subject experts, but active contributors to students’ academic confidence, employability skills and long-term success.

We are seeking dedicated individuals to teach at the undergrad and postgraduate level, ideally with a Doctoral-level qualification or a Master-level qualification in one or more of the following technical areas:

• Academic English
• Science
• Engineering
• Health Science
• Public Health
• Statistics

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, face-to-face teaching that is aligned to the approved curriculum, learning outcomes, and class schedules, and that supports students’ transition into university-level study
• Design and facilitate learning activities that develop students’ critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and professional academic practices
• Assess student work accurately and in a timely manner, providing clear, constructive, and developmental feedback that supports academic growth and independent learning
• Build professional, respectful, and inclusive learning relationships that promote student engagement, confidence, and intercultural understanding
• Provide structured academic support and consultation to students, guiding them in study strategies, assessment literacy, and expectations of tertiary learning
• Contribute to a student-centred learning environment that values academic integrity, reflective practice, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience teaching international students in a secondary, tertiary, or pathway education context
• A recognised postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Proven ability to teach effectively in face-to-face learning environments, with an understanding of transition pedagogy
• Strong commitment to student learning, academic standards, and inclusive teaching practice
• Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and sensitively across cultures
• Organisational skills that enable the effective management of assessment, feedback, and academic deadlines
• A reflective and professional approach to teaching, with the capacity to adapt practice to support diverse learner needs

Kaplan Higher Education and Kaplan International College Adelaide

Kaplan is a global leader in lifelong education, with more than eight decades of experience delivering innovative, student-centred learning across higher education, professional education and pathway programs worldwide. Kaplan Higher Education, trading as Kaplan International College Adelaide, specialises in preparing international students for successful entry into undergraduate and postgraduate study at Adelaide University.

Located in the heart of Adelaide, KIC Adelaide delivers academically rigorous pathway programs that are closely aligned with university expectations and standards. Our programs are designed to develop not only disciplinary knowledge, but also the academic capability, confidence and graduate success skills students need to thrive in Australian tertiary education. This includes a strong focus on critical thinking, academic communication, independent learning and professional academic practice.

Kaplan International College Adelaide is Kaplan’s longest-standing university partnership in Australia. Over more than two decades, this collaboration has supported thousands of students to successfully transition into Adelaide University degrees. The partnership continues to evolve, with a shared commitment to high-quality teaching, student success and positioning KIC Adelaide as Adelaide University’s preferred pathway provider.

Kaplan Australia has been recognized as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia. We pride ourselves on being a kind and inclusive organization that is reflective of our diverse student group across Kaplan Business School, Kaplan Professional and our Pathways Colleges, and truly value the richness and experience of our diverse team. We will use this momentum to continue to enhance our equity, diversity, and inclusiveness.

Applications close on 13th of February 2026. 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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