Julie Butters
Crosshaven,Co. Cork
Summary
A dedicated professional with expertise in academic literacies and study skills development, focusing on student transition, retention, and progression. Skilled in curriculum and workshop design, fostering cross-departmental and external collaboration to enhance educational outcomes. Experienced in governance and quality assurance for QQI-accredited programmes, with a strong background in project management and event coordination. Committed to promoting inclusive, equitable, and accessible education through mentoring and pastoral support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
University Language Teacher
University College Cork, Language Centre
09.2016 - 09.2025
- Deliver academic literacies programmes (credit and non-credit) for undergraduate and postgraduate students across diverse disciplines.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support tailored to students facing linguistic, socio-economic, cultural, and neurodivergent challenges.
- Embed academic literacies and workplace communication skills within disciplinary contexts.
- Contribute to induction and orientation initiatives to build confidence, belonging, and agency.
- Collaborate with key university departments (Admissions, International Office, Student Support, academic faculties) and external agencies for holistic student support.
- Participate in social justice projects and EU-funded mobility initiatives to strengthen equitable learning outcomes.
External Examiner & Academic Council Chair
Study Group UCD & Dublin International Foundation College
06.2019 - 07.2024
- Reviewed QQI Level 5 foundation programmes, advising on curriculum, student support, GDPR, and health & safety compliance.
- Strengthened policies, procedures, and student-centered practices to ensure equitable outcomes.
- Contributed to annual reports based on observations and findings from examinations process.
- Critiqued new programme proposals, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Attended examination boards, aiding in decision making regarding final student grades.
- Conducted thorough review of existing programmes for continuous improvement opportunities.
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork – Skills Centre
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Designed and delivered workshops on reflective writing, academic writing, and understanding academic cultures.
- Delivered one-to-one tutoring and supported international student integration through events and resources.
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Designed and delivered workshops on reflective writing, academic writing, and understanding academic cultures.
- Delivered one-to-one tutoring and supported international student integration through events and resources.
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork – Mature Student Office
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Delivered workshops and one-to-one support for mature students, improving retention and progression.
- Contributed to orientation programmes and developed accessible learning resources.
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Delivered workshops and one-to-one support for mature students, improving retention and progression.
- Contributed to orientation programmes and developed accessible learning resources.
Academic Skills Tutor
University of Arts London
Beijing & London
03.2010 - 08.2016
- Coordinated Academic Language and Communication unit for 250 students.
- Provided academic tutoring, curriculum design, and staff CPD on cultural awareness and inclusion.
Academic Skills Tutor
University of Arts London
Beijing & London
03.2010 - 08.2016
- Coordinated Academic Language and Communication unit for 250 students.
- Provided academic tutoring, curriculum design, and staff CPD on cultural awareness and inclusion.
Academic Skills Tutor
Queen Mary University London
09.2009 - 05.2014
- Supported international students in Economics, Politics, Business, and Education through workshops and one-to-one tutorials.
Academic Skills Tutor
Queen Mary University London
09.2009 - 04.2014
- Supported international students in Economics, Politics, Business, and Education through workshops and one-to-one tutorials.
Academic Coordinator
London School of Business and Finance
02.2008 - 09.2009
- Established and coordinated a new Language Centre achieving British Council accreditation.
- Developed curricula, induction systems, social programmes, and CPD for staff.
Academic Coordinator
London School of Business and Finance
02.2008 - 07.2009
- Established and coordinated a new Language Centre achieving British Council accreditation.
- Developed curricula, induction systems, social programmes, and CPD for staff.
EAP Teacher
Kaplan International Language School
09.2006 - 02.2008
- Delivered University Pathway and General English programmes to students from diverse disciplines.
- Designed inclusive lessons and provided pastoral and academic support.
EAP Teacher
Kaplan International Language School
06.2006 - 02.2008
- Delivered University Pathway and General English programmes to students from diverse disciplines.
- Designed inclusive lessons and provided pastoral and academic support.
Academic Skills Teacher (Presessional)
Kingston University London
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared international students for undergraduate study, delivering lessons, assessments, and one-to-one tutorials.
Academic Skills Teacher (Presessional)
Kingston University London
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared international students for undergraduate study, delivering lessons, assessments, and one-to-one tutorials.
Academic Manager (Brazil)
Malvern House Language School
09.2002 - 03.2006
- Supported the opening of a new school overseas, developing curriculum, policies, and recruitment processes.
- Delivered CPD and liaised with international stakeholders to establish sustainable operations.
Academic Manager (Brazil)
Malvern House Language School
09.2002 - 03.2006
- Supported the opening of a new school overseas, developing curriculum, policies, and recruitment processes.
- Delivered CPD and liaised with international stakeholders to establish sustainable operations.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics & English Language Teaching
King’s College London
London 09.2013 - 07.2015
DELTA - Postgraduate Diploma in English Language Teaching
University College London
01.2006 - 06.2006
CELTA - Certificate in English Language Teaching
University of Bedfordshire
07.2002 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Modern English Studies
University of Bedfordshire
09.1997 - 09.2002
Skills
- Academic Literacies & Study Skills Development
- Student Transition, Retention & Progression
- Curriculum & Workshop Design
- Cross-Departmental & External Collaboration
- Governance & Quality Assurance (QQI-accredited programmes)
- Project Management & Event Coordination
- Inclusive, Equitable, and Accessible Education
- Mentoring & Pastoral Support
Volunteer Experience
- Supported refugee and asylum-seeker students with limited literacy, providing tailored academic, personal, and professional guidance.
- Designed and delivered workshops and resources to develop foundational academic skills, confidence, and study readiness.
- Liaised with internal and external agencies to address practical and social barriers.
Volunteer Experience
- Co-founded a national professional network for English for Academic Purposes practitioners.
- Managed a 30-member committee, coordinated CPD events, and led the planning and delivery of national conferences for 90–120 delegates.
- Promoted collaboration, research, and professional development across higher education institutions.
Timeline
External Examiner & Academic Council Chair
Study Group UCD & Dublin International Foundation College
06.2019 - 07.2024
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork – Skills Centre
09.2017 - 12.2019
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork
09.2017 - 12.2019
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork – Mature Student Office
02.2017 - 12.2019
Academic Skills Tutor
University College Cork
02.2017 - 12.2019
University Language Teacher
University College Cork, Language Centre
09.2016 - 09.2025
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics & English Language Teaching
King’s College London
09.2013 - 07.2015
Academic Skills Tutor
University of Arts London
03.2010 - 08.2016
Academic Skills Tutor
University of Arts London
03.2010 - 08.2016
Academic Skills Tutor
Queen Mary University London
09.2009 - 05.2014
Academic Skills Tutor
Queen Mary University London
09.2009 - 04.2014
Academic Coordinator
London School of Business and Finance
02.2008 - 09.2009
Academic Coordinator
London School of Business and Finance
02.2008 - 07.2009
Academic Skills Teacher (Presessional)
Kingston University London
06.2007 - 08.2007
Academic Skills Teacher (Presessional)
Kingston University London
06.2007 - 08.2007
EAP Teacher
Kaplan International Language School
09.2006 - 02.2008
EAP Teacher
Kaplan International Language School
06.2006 - 02.2008
DELTA - Postgraduate Diploma in English Language Teaching
University College London
01.2006 - 06.2006
Academic Manager (Brazil)
Malvern House Language School
09.2002 - 03.2006
Academic Manager (Brazil)
Malvern House Language School
09.2002 - 03.2006
CELTA - Certificate in English Language Teaching
University of Bedfordshire
07.2002 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Modern English Studies
University of Bedfordshire
09.1997 - 09.2002
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