Job description
Job Purpose
To lead classes/sessions in subject specialism on the demonstration of whatever. To support teaching through the demonstration of exercises in line with agreed learning outcomes of the course. To lead sessions and oversee students carrying out practical exercises.
To offer assistance, as appropriate, including the provision of detailed explanations of how the activity relates to the wider area of study.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To lead classes/sessions in the subject specialism on the demonstration of whatever
[both small groups and one-to-one] and to answer questions related to those
demonstrations, including the provision of detailed explanations of how the activity
relates to the wider area of study.
To assist/give guidance, where required, to students who are carrying out practical
exercises.
To be aware of any health and safety implications, and take action to maintain a safe
environment, raising any concerns with the course organiser.
To contribute to the development of teaching material and workbooks.
Where required, to assist in marking student tests set by the course organiser using
defined marking criteria where marking requires little or no interpretation.
Where required, to provide factual feedback to students and the course organiser.
Where required, to ensure that equipment, exercise or process is functional and/or
material for demonstrations, exercises etc is prepared before the start of a session.
Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.
To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the
University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.
Qualifications
SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Expert knowledge of relevant subject
Awareness of learning outcomes of course
Previous experience of demonstrating to students