Teaching Assistant, Psychology

Overview:

RMIT University Commitment

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold to the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

Why RMIT University Vietnam

RMIT Vietnam is committed to excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. We welcome applications from qualified and passionate individuals who share our values and vision. RMIT University has a global reputation and ranks 123rd globally and 10th in Australia in QS World University Rankings 2024. To learn more about our rankings, please check out our latest facts and figures here Reputation and rankings – RMIT University

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hourly rate: 435,000 VND gross
• Private medical insurance

RMIT Vietnam has been honoured with the respectable HR Asia Award as Top Employer To Work For in Asia. To find out more about RMIT Vietnam and our current vacancies, please visit our website: https://www.rmit.edu.vn/careers

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 

The School of Science & Technology at RMIT Vietnam is associated with the STEM College of RMIT University Melbourne, delivering the College’s award programs and developing research in the field(s) of science, engineering and health. Programs currently taught on the Vietnam campus include the Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronics), Bachelor of Engineering (Software Engineering), Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics & Mechatronics) and the Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) (Electrical and Electronic Engineering). 

YOUR ROLE 

The position of teaching assistant will be specifically for Psychology classes. The teaching assistant will work with faculty members and students to provide and support teaching and teaching-related activities. This position will improve students’ problem-solving skills and develop their expertise to excel in their future careers. The specific tasks of this position are semester-based and course-based. The details are often discussed and agreed before the semester start.

KEY ACCOUNTIBILITIES 

• Prepare and grade assessments
• Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
• Support in-class activities as part of tutorial/ practical sessions under the supervision of the Course Coordinator and/or class instructor
• Prepare and run training workshops for students as required by the school and program
• Participate in school and program-related activities as required by the school and program

OUR REQUIREMENTS 

• Master degree in the relevant discipline; having commenced or enrolled to commence in a Doctoral program is preferred
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning
• Demonstrable knowledge of requisite content, psychological research, and writing skills for courses taught within undergraduate Psychology programs
• Ability to explain complex ideas and concepts in a way easy to increase understanding and comprehension
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to listen well, motivate and encourage
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, as per the RMIT Behavioural Capability Framework (Connectedness, Commitment to Excellence – Improve and Simplify; Imagination and Innovation; Impact; Inclusion; Agility)

FURTHER INFO 

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 

Applications Close:

7 thg 2 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community. As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us

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