Course Developer (Freelance) (TRAN3354ACD_TRAN3355ACD) (A&SS) (Ref: 240028H)
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Job Description
We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences:
Course Developer (Intermediate Interpreting and Advanced Interpreting)
We are now looking for a suitable candidate for the post of Course Developer for TRAN3354ACD Intermediate Interpreting (Autumn 2025) and TRAN3355ACD Advanced Interpretation (Spring 2026), two three-credit-unit courses introducing and training students in knowledge of interpreting and performing interpreting task.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:
- Writing course units which align with the intended learning outcomes;
- Developing tutorial tasks and self-tests which support students’ learning; and
- Designing assessments which enable students to apply the skills and concepts covered in the course.
Candidates
Candidates are expected to possess the following:
- A higher degree in Translation and Interpreting, with a focus on Interpreting Studies.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin;
- Experience in teaching and training interpreters is highly preferred.
- Be well organised, highly attentive to detail, and able to work under pressure; and
- EAP teaching experience in Interpreting courses and experience in course design are preferred.
Terms and Conditions for Appointment
Successful candidates will be appointed on a freelance basis.
To Apply
Please send your C.V. and a writing sample (if any) to the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Hong Kong Metropolitan University by email (as@hkmu.edu.hk) (Please quote the reference number in your application).
Closing date of application: 23 October 2024
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| Job Function | |
| Work Location | Kowloon City |
| Education |
Degree
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| Skills | Interpersonal skills / Organization |
| Spoken Language | Intermediate Cantonese / Intermediate English / Intermediate Mandarin |
| Written Language | Intermediate Chinese / Intermediate English |
| Employment Type | Part Time |
| Industry | IT / E-Business |
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