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RMIT UP owned by RMIT University provides education solutions for students academics and professionals in Australia and globally.
Our mission is to offer transformative learning experiences and pathways that open global opportunities guided by RMITs values of inclusion imagination integrity courage passion and impact. We place student and customer experience at the forefront of everything we do.
Our key programs include Foundation Studies ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language testing and Informit a leading research database focused on Australasian content.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for three experienced English Language Teachers to teach with RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP) in Xuzhou China on an English language program delivered at the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT).
You will be employed initially in RMIT UP to become familiar with and teach our curriculum at our Melbourne campus before heading to Xuzhou to teach the program at the CUMT. You will be available to join the Melbourne team from April 28 2025 or as soon after as possible heading to China prior to the start of the new semester starting on 1 September 2025 and going through tomidJanuary 2026 with options to extend for one or more semesters.
You will be responsible for facetoface classroom delivery and associated administration of the program. You will be required to liaise with colleagues in both Melbourne and Chinato provide feedback and contribute to enhancements to the curriculum and program administration. Teaching contact hours will not exceed 40 hours per fortnight.
Role Benefits
Salary: Appropriate English Language Teacher Classification level based on qualifications and experience (up to AUD $99911 based on qualifications and experience as outlined in our Enterprise Agreement 11.5 superannuation
Overseas teaching allowance of $6506 per annum prorata for the period in China
Excellent accommodation close to campus in Xuzhou in a very safe setting
Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA) currently $437 per week. For more details please visit the website: in applying for Chinese visa and work permit
Great opportunity for professional development networking and broadening your teaching experience in a supportive environment.
About You
To be successful in this position you will have:
Essential
Bachelors degree or diploma (minimum 3 years fulltime study)
Extensive experience in teaching English for Academic Purposes leading to direct university entry
Proven ability to teach across various levels and programs
Recognized TESOL/TEFL qualification (CELTA or equivalent) or a relevant undergraduate/postgraduate degree
Adaptability in responding to challenging situations
Strong understanding of modern teaching learning and assessment approaches
Commitment to professional development and reflective teaching practices
Eligibility for a Chinese Z Visa including:
Full Australian working rights
Ability to pass a Chinese work visa health check China Work Visa Health Check Screening China Expat Health
Desirable
Previous experience teaching English language courses in an international context; previous experience working in China would be highly advantageous.
Previous experience in English language program coordination would be highly advantageous.
Qualifications at postgraduate diploma level or higher in Applied Linguistics TESOL Education or another relevant field.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link. Please note that we are interviewing progressively as we receive applications so please do not wait until the close date to submit your application.
For more details refer to the Position Description: Information
Preemployment Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
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Our Commitment to Inclusion
At RMIT UP we foster a culture of safety wellbeing and inclusion ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with fairness regardless of gender gender identity marital or family status sexual orientation age ethnicity religious beliefs cultural or socioeconomic background perspectives or experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being a childsafe organisation. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.
As a Disability Confident Recruitment Team we are happy to adjust the recruitment process to meet accessibility needs. Please contact us at with your preferred communication method and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
Read our Child Safety Policy: Child Safety Policy
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to responding to every applicant. Applications Close: 16th April 2025
RMIT Up is a successful provider of a range of education solutions supporting lifelong development goals to students academics and professionals located in Melbourne and overseas.
Our people are integral to the success of our Company. We are experienced professionals who are committed to providing the highest standard of service and support to our clients and colleagues. At RMIT Up we offer a friendly supportive and flexible working environment and culture with a range of employee benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts discounted travel professional development opportunities and more.
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