ESL Job in Newcastle
- Be part of the journey of helping students reach their goals through quality education
- Casual English Language teaching positions for the University of Newcastle College of International Education, operated by Kaplan Higher Education
- Opportunities are available across the English Language Bridging program delivered at the Callaghan campus, and the Foundation Studies and Degree Transfer programs delivered at the Newcastle City Campus.
$50+ p/h
Role
We are looking for casual English Language Teachers to deliver high quality, English language lessons. The role involves supporting students in the development of essential academic language skills to prepare them for future study. English Language Teachers are expected to uphold all regulatory requirements, including the ELICOS Standards, the ESOS framework, and the National Code. This position is based at our Newcastle campus.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, face-to-face English language lessons aligned to program outcomes and CIE teaching standards.
- Implement evidence-informed pedagogical approaches that support diverse international student cohorts.
- Provide structured learning experiences that foster student engagement, autonomy, and academic readiness.
- Deliver and mark assessments in line with program guidelines and assessment criteria.
- Participate in assessment moderation processes to support consistency and fairness.
- Uphold academic integrity principles and report concerns in accordance with policy.
- Provide appropriate academic and pastoral support to students, referring to specialist services where required.
- Complete administrative tasks, including lesson planning, reporting, and documentation, in a timely manner.
- Follow all requirements under the ELICOS Standards, ESOS Act, and relevant policies.
- Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum delivery, continuous improvement, and innovation.
- Contribute to a culture of collegiality, quality, and student-centred learning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (any field).
- Certificate IV in TESOL
- Strong understanding of English language teaching methodologies.
- High-level communication and interpersonal skills.
- Capacity to apply policy with consistency and fairness.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience teaching international students in ELICOS or pathway environments.
- Experience contributing to professional learning or curriculum development.
About Us
Kaplan Australia is one of the world’s leading providers of lifelong education, helping over one million students around the globe achieve their educational and career goals each year. While we provide a broad array of educational offerings through our programs, our commitment to providing unrivalled quality and great learning outcomes is consistent in each of our businesses.
Kaplan International Pathways guides more than 20,000 international students to 35 partner universities around the world each year. The on-campus pathway college commenced delivery in Newcastle in early 2021 and is growing from strength to strength.
Our passion is helping students reach their goals through quality education. Join us at Kaplan and enjoy a great benefits package, our culture of inclusivity, and our support of our peoples’ personal, professional & academic development.
Applications close 21st January 2026.
Background-Check Notice & Declaration
Kaplan and many of its major clients operate in highly regulated environments. This requires us to be proactive and diligent in relation to personnel background checks and to undertake thorough vetting of candidates for roles of this nature. To enable Kaplan to assess a candidate’s suitability for this role, each candidate will be required to answer pre-screening questions, and, if you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undertake the relevant background checks (unless Kaplan determines otherwise). These checks may include one or more of the following: verification of identity, working rights, criminal history, qualifications, and working with children clearance. If you are shortlisted, Kaplan will advise you which checks are required for this role and explain how you will undertake the checks. Kaplan is committed to handling your personal information appropriately. Please see the Privacy Policy at Kaplan.edu.au for information about how Kaplan may handle your personal information in connection with this application process.
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