Public summary
Hiring an Academic Skills Tutor to support international university students in developing academic competencies including writing, research methods, and critical thinking. The role involves designing and delivering modules, providing individual support, collaborating with academic and library teams, and contributing to curriculum development. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree and extensive academic teaching experience, preferably with international students, and familiarity with digital learning platforms. German language skills are not required.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Potsdam
- Remote status
- On-site
- German requirement signal
- No German Required Detected
- Detected job language
- English
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver lectures, seminars, and workshops on academic skills such as writing, research methods, critical thinking, and academic integrity for international students. Provide structured guidance on academic conventions and research tools. Collaborate with academic staff and library teams to support information literacy. Offer individual and small group support including dissertation assistance. Monitor student progress and engage in academic quality assurance. Participate in marking and resource development on virtual learning environments.
Qualifications
Master's degree in relevant fields like English Language, Applied Linguistics, or Education. Minimum five years of university-level academic teaching experience, especially in academic skills or foundation programmes. Demonstrated ability supporting students in higher education, including dissertation support. Strong command of academic writing for non-native English speakers. Experience in international or multicultural academic settings. Familiarity with digital learning platforms such as Canvas or Moodle. Preferably PhD or near completion, teaching certification, and experience with quality assurance in higher education.