Job Details
* Vacancy Number: 291
* Position Title: Casual Teacher EAL
* Employment Type: Casual
* Department: English as an Additional Language (EAL)
* Location: Epping
* Award / Agreement: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
* Classification Level: Teacher Level 1–3 (dependent on qualifications and experience)
* Hourly Rate Range: $91.42-$98.77 per hour
* Applications Close: Wednesday, 29th April 2026
Job Summary
Deliver high-quality English language education that supports diverse learners to build confidence, skills and pathways for further study or employment.
Benefits
* Meaningful work that supports education, training, innovation and student success
* A supportive and collaborative team environment
* Flexible work arrangements, where applicable
* Exposure to diverse programs, systems and continuous improvement initiatives
* A values‐driven organisation committed to inclusion, wellbeing and quality
About The Role
Reporting to the Education Manager EAL, this role is responsible for planning, delivering and assessing English as an Additional Language programmes across a range of learning environments.
You will support students throughout the learning lifecycle, from initial course enquiry through to completion, using flexible and inclusive teaching strategies. The role also contributes to the development of high-quality learning resources, student support, and continuous improvement, ensuring all delivery aligns with regulatory, quality and compliance requirements.
What You'll Do
* Plan, prepare, deliver and assess EAL programmes aligned to curriculum requirements
* Create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for diverse learner cohorts
* Support student learning, engagement and wellbeing, including learning plans and adjustments
* Develop and maintain high‐quality teaching and assessment resources
* Maintain accurate student records, attendance, progress and compliance documentation
* Participate in validation, moderation and continuous improvement activities
* Engage with stakeholders and maintain professional and teaching currency
* Provide basic pastoral care, student support and referrals where required
* Participate in student selection, orientation and induction activities
* Contribute to team collaboration and programme delivery
Essential
* Relevant vocational qualifications and current industry experience in the discipline area
* Demonstrated commitment to learner‐centred teaching practices
* Sound understanding of VET quality, compliance and regulatory requirements
* Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Desirable
* Experience teaching or assessing in a VET environment
* Experience working with diverse learner cohorts
* Knowledge of current issues and trends in vocational education and training
Qualifications & Mandatory Checks
Appointment to this position is subject to meeting the qualification requirements (where applicable) and the successful completion of all mandatory employment checks.
Qualifications
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the qualification requirements under the Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement and relevant regulatory standards.
* Relevant vocational qualifications and current industry experience in the discipline area
* One of the following:
o Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or TAE40116)
o A Diploma or higher qualification in Adult Education or Vocational Education and Training
Applicants who hold secondary teaching qualifications with relevant VET skill sets are also encouraged to apply.
Mandatory Checks
* A valid Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee)
* A National Police Check
Diversity and Inclusion
Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child‐safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and people of all gender identities.
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