About LIHE

Lead Institute of Higher Education (LIHE) is a higher-education provider dedicated to delivering high-quality academic courses that develop skilled, reflective, and future-focused professionals. LIHE seeks to appoint an experienced Course Coordinator for the Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on a foreword looking educational institution and the future of education.

Position Summary

The Course Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Dean to ensure overall coherence of teaching operations and organisational priorities to support the continuing viability and regulatory compliance of the Institute. The Course Coordinator is responsible for the efficient, effective and equitable delivery of a high-quality course. This includes responsibilities for development and implementation of a quality learning and teaching framework, course development and accreditation, management of resources specific to the course and provision of academic services that enrich the student experience. The Course Coordinator reports to the Dean and is part of the Executive Management Team of the Institute.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the Course Coordinator’s position include:

• Provide academic leadership of teaching and learning in the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education offered by LIHE.

• Design and implement teaching strategies and practices to enhance student engagement and the student learning experience.

• Teach units in an area of expertise, showing flair, creativity, and an engaging teaching style to students from diverse backgrounds.

• Monitor the Student Portal webpages for each unit ensuring that academic staff have timely and appropriate access.

• Contribute to the development of timetables for each period of study in consultation with Student Support Manager and the Dean.

• Liaise with academic staff in ensuring student progress including monitoring attendance records.

• Oversee and report on student satisfaction surveys and staff satisfaction surveys for each term of study.

• Ensure prescribed and recommended texts per unit are available to students and staff prior to commencement of term of study.

• Compile regular reports on assessment, course review and moderation for the Teaching and Learning Committee, Course and Industry Advisory Committee as well as the Dean.

• Initiate, develop and maintain partnerships with industry, placement providers and professional groups to support LIHE strategic objectives and deliver quality student outcomes.

• Provide induction programs for placement providers and classroom educators.

• Review Professional Experience placements, quality, student experience and outcomes.

• Mentor LIHE academic staff in their acquisition of appropriate digital skills and the adoption of innovative teaching practices in their respective field of study.

• Work collaboratively with academic and professional staff and lead teams to the achievement of planned outcomes.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• A higher research degree such as PhD. or Professional Doctorate in Early Childhood Education.

• Demonstrated experience in effective learning and teaching including ability to develop scholarly, innovative and flexible approaches to teaching and learning.

• Demonstrated experience of quality teaching, delivering positive student experiences and student outcomes.

• Leadership and management experience within a higher education environment.

• A track record of research projects, scholarly activities and publications.

• Ability to build strong, sustainable academic teams, manage resources within a budget and coordinate a broad range of academic functions.

• Experience with the delivery and/or management of professional experience student placements.

• Experience in curriculum development and review, including the management and evaluation of learning and teaching effectiveness.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire students and staff.

• Proven success in working collaboratively and an ability to build highly productive relationships across a range of internal and external partners.

• Sound knowledge of TEQSA and professional regulations.

Why Join Lead?

• Lead Institute of Higher Education offers a vibrant and supportive community committed to academic excellence and innovation.

• Unique opportunity to join the institute from its inaugural intake of students and to shape the future of education and make a lasting impact.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion

LIHE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. LIHE makes decisions on employment, promotion and reward on the basis of merit.
LIHE is committed to all aspects of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to providing all staff, students, contractors, volunteers and visitors with a safe, respectful and rewarding environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation.
LIHE values diversity because we recognise that the differences in our people’s age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability and background bring richness to our work environment.

Application Process

Please ensure your application includes the following:

• Brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and addressing each of the selection criteria

• Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include:

  • full name, address, telephone number and email address;

  • details of education, professional training and qualifications;

  • employment history, including current position and details of relevant professional, or industry experience;

  • student evaluations of teaching (where available);

  • research grants awarded;

  • any other relevant information e.g., engagement with professional bodies or community services

• names and contact details of 3 referees.

Please email your application to hr@lihe.edu.au