Teaching Assistant (English Language)

The Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), formerly The Open University of Hong Kong, is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We use innovative teaching and education technology to offer world-class education. The University also pursues strategic research in response to the needs of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), the rest of the country, and the world.

To spearhead the development of higher education in the GBA, HKMU has been working closely with the Zhaoqing Municipal Government and Zhaoqing University to establish the Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Zhaoqing) (MUZQ), pending the approval of the Ministry of Education.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now inviting applications for the following post in the School of Education and Languages:

Teaching Assistant (English Language) (Ref.: 21001GQ)


Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee shall mainly be responsible for the following:

• organizing and conducting language activities and tutorials;
• providing face-to-face and/or online language teaching/support; and
• performing any other duties assigned by the Dean of E&L or his/her delegate.

Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess the following qualifications, experience and attributes:

• a recognized bachelor’s degree with native-speaker/near native-speaker competence in English;
• ability to work independently;
• good communication skills; and
• proficiency in Microsoft Office, and some knowledge of web design.

Compensation Package

Competitive compensation package including basic salary, end-of-contract gratuity and discretionary incentive (if any) will be offered to the right candidate.  Fringe benefits such as generous annual leave, staff learning and development sponsorship, medical & dental benefits and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

Application Procedures

Application should be made online through the University’s eRecruitment System:

https://ouhk.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=21001GQ

Deadline:   6 September 2021

General information about the University is available on the University’s website http://www.hkmu.edu.hk.  Personal data provided by job applicants will be handled strictly in accordance with the University’s Personal Data Privacy Policy.  The “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” is also available on the above website.  Applicants who are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.