I am a course coordinator and lecturer with extensive experience designing and delivering academic skills and communication programs across hybrid, face-to-face and online modes. I lead teams, liaise with disciplinary program convenors and Griffith University to ensure compliance and maximize student outcomes, and I manage academic integrity, moderation, and benchmarking of assessments.\n\nI am driven by helping learners succeed through clear objectives, engaging resources and thoughtful feedback. My interdisciplinary background in English, journalism and education informs collaborative curriculum design, professional development, and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences that adapt to changing environments.

Tanya-Lee Robinson

I am a course coordinator and lecturer with extensive experience designing and delivering academic skills and communication programs across hybrid, face-to-face and online modes. I lead teams, liaise with disciplinary program convenors and Griffith University to ensure compliance and maximize student outcomes, and I manage academic integrity, moderation, and benchmarking of assessments.\n\nI am driven by helping learners succeed through clear objectives, engaging resources and thoughtful feedback. My interdisciplinary background in English, journalism and education informs collaborative curriculum design, professional development, and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences that adapt to changing environments.

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I am a course coordinator and lecturer with extensive experience designing and delivering academic skills and communication programs across hybrid, face-to-face and online modes. I lead teams, liaise with disciplinary program convenors and Griffith University to ensure compliance and maximize student outcomes, and I manage academic integrity, moderation, and benchmarking of assessments.\n\nI am driven by helping learners succeed through clear objectives, engaging resources and thoughtful feedback. My interdisciplinary background in English, journalism and education informs collaborative curriculum design, professional development, and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences that adapt to changing environments.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Course Coordinator & Lecturer, Academic Literacies at Griffith College (Navitas)
February 1, 2013 - Present
Designed, coordinated and taught academic skills and communication courses at Diploma and Associate Degree level; led a team of course coordinators and teachers across two campuses; liaised with disciplinary program convenors and Griffith University to ensure compliance and optimize student outcomes; managed academic integrity matters; coordinated moderation and benchmarking of assessments; reporting and record keeping; taught face-to-face and online classes with assessment and administration.
Tutor at Queensland University of Technology College
July 1, 2018 - Present
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate university preparation communications units; planning and delivery of tutorials; formative and summative assessment; record keeping and administration; coordinated QCD310, Communication for Health Professionals in TP1 2019; assisted with transition to hybrid mode during the pandemic.
Academic Advisor at JMC Performing Arts Academy
October 31, 2016 - October 26, 2025
Student support; monitoring at-risk students; liaising with heads of department; developing resources to support acquisition of academic skills; workshops for students and staff; student orientation events.
Lecturer (Level B) at Murdoch University - Ontrack Program
December 31, 2012 - October 26, 2025
Delivered a full-time fourteen-week bridging program to domestic students; focus on critical thinking, research, referencing, essay and report writing; assessment via portfolios, essays, oral presentations and examinations; detailed feedback; advised on courses of study; pastoral care for disadvantaged students.
Online Tutor at Open Universities Australia (through Murdoch University)
August 31, 2011 - October 26, 2025
Delivered a first-year unit; facilitated online activities and discussions; formative and summative assessment via essays, portfolios and a final exam.
Lecturer & Tutor at University of Western Australia - Centre for English Language Teaching
February 28, 2011 - October 26, 2025
Delivered ESL short courses to visiting groups; developed teaching material; differentiated instruction; assessed and reported.
Freelance Copywriter & Editor
March 1, 2020 - Present
Wrote copy for websites, promotional material, grant applications and correspondence; proofread and edited PhD theses and articles for academic journal publication.
ESL Instructor at Bangkok Patana School, Thailand
December 31, 2010 - October 26, 2025
Teaching English as a Second Language to students in an international school setting.
Public Relations Assistant at Reflex Ltd, Maidenhead, UK
January 1, 1992 - October 26, 2025
Public relations support; assisting MD; media and event coordination.
Assistant to MD at Richmond Public Relations Ltd, Johannesburg, South Africa
December 31, 1989 - October 26, 2025
Administrative support to managing director.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (English Literature) at Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1987
Bachelor of Journalism and Media Studies (Double Major) at Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1987
Diploma in Professional Studies in Education (DiPSE) at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK
December 1, 2002 - June 30, 2004
Certificate in TEFL at Chichester College, UK
June 1, 2004 - July 31, 2004
ESL in the Mainstream, Teacher Development Course at Dept. of Education and Children’s Services – Govt. of South Australia
April 1, 2005 - June 30, 2005

Qualifications

TEFL Certificate
June 1, 2004 - July 31, 2004
ESL in the Mainstream, Teacher Development Course
April 1, 2005 - June 30, 2005

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment