Teaching and Learning in Primary Mathematics 2- Online Facilitation

This is a remote position.

ETP5004- Teaching and Learning in Primary Mathematics 2

As an experienced online educator, the candidate will work as an independent contractor of LINC Education to offer online facilitation services for students studying in the Masters of Teaching-Primary (Online) offered by Victoria University Online. Candidate must possess strong knowledge of primary mathematics education, particularly in Number and Algebra, with the ability to design engaging, differentiated, and technology-integrated learning experiences.

Key Skills Required

• Reasoning
  

• Problem-solving
  

• NAPLAN
  

• TIMSS
  

• Algebra
  

• Mathematics
  

• Australian and Victorian curriculum
  

Desired Candidate Profile

• A Doctoral qualification or Master's Degree in Teaching and/or the relevant discipline area, or equivalent accreditation and standing.
  

• 5 years of relevant primary school teaching, research and/or professional experience in the last 10 years (Note: At least 3 years formal teaching experience at a university or college is preferred);
  

• Knowledge and understanding of teacher education policies and practices.
  

• Empathetic, ambitious, warm and outgoing personality willing to work closely with people from diverse cultures;
  

• Proficient in English language; excellent oral and written communication
  

• Must possess a working laptop and have access to high-speed (>10 MBPS) stable internet connection;
  

• Ability to quickly learn and use technology platforms for interacting with students, including host university’s LMS and LINCtrac (training on these platforms will be provided).
  

The candidate needs to be available between 5 pm to 10 pm every day.

Roles & Responsibilities

LINC Fellows will be responsible for providing:

1. Subject matter guidance to a group of 25-30 undergraduate online students;
   

2. Support in learning skills like academic writing, research and time management;
   

3. 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions;
   

4. Guidance on relevant reference material;
   

5. Assessment marking with long-form feedback
   

6. Management of discussion forums; and
   

7. Proactive, prompt and personalised support to student queries and issues.
   

LINC Fellows will be expected to promptly interact with students over email, or calls / online sessions from locations of their convenience (e.g. home, office etc.).