Casual Foundation Studies Teacher at RMIT University in Melbourne

Casual Foundation Studies Teacher

Location: Melbourne

Overview:

• Casual hourly rate: Teaching rate is $97.15 and the non-teaching rate is $66.29.

• Discipline areas: Materials and Design, Drawing and Studio Practice, Visual Communication, Studio Investigation and Multimedia within the Art, Design and Architecture stream.

• Employment type: Casual teaching role (including ad hoc and emergency teaching cover)

• Work in a modern-new office building in Melbourne’s CBD on Franklin Street, within walking distance of the Queen Victoria Market and close to public transport

• Seeking applications from experienced teachers who have demonstrated experience with teaching international students.

• Our values: Passion | Impact | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage | Imagination

About RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP)

RMIT UP, owned by RMIT University, provides education solutions for students, academics, and professionals in Australia and globally.

Our mission is to offer transformative learning experiences and pathways that open global opportunities, guided by RMIT’s values of inclusion, imagination, integrity, courage, passion, and impact. We place student and customer experience at the forefront of everything we do.

Our key programs include Foundation Studies, ELICOS General English (GE) and Academic English (AE), language testing, and Informit, a leading research database focused on Australasian content.

About the role

As a Casual Foundation Studies Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching and assessment within the Foundation Studies program, supporting international students to transition successfully into university study.

This role is also suited to teachers who are available to step in at short notice to provide high-quality teaching continuity when required. You will be engaged on an as-needed basis to:

• Deliver engaging, student-centred lessons within Art, Design and Architecture courses.

• Plan, prepare and assess learning materials in line with curriculum requirements

• Monitor student progress, provide timely feedback and maintain accurate academic records

• Identify students at risk and implement strategies to support their success

• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate with colleagues and Student Services to enhance the student experience

• Participate in meetings, moderation, professional development and orientation activities

• Undertake associated administrative tasks and maintain compliance with relevant frameworks (e.g. ESOS)

This role reports to the Team Leader Stream - Art, Design and Architecture (ADA) and requires a collaborative, proactive approach to teaching and student support.

Course Descriptions:

Here are the course descriptions for subjects taught in the Foundation Studies program in RMIT UP Foundation Studies: Art, Design and Architecture - Plan FS022ADA - RMIT University

About You

To be successful in this position you will have:

Essential

• A recognised degree relevant to the course being taught plus:

• A formal qualification in the delivery of education OR

• Minimum two years’ relevant teaching experience, including breadth of experience in delivering to students from non-English speaking backgrounds.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrated skills and experience in delivering and assessing both in face-to-face and online classes (using a Learning Management System such as Canvas and Microsoft Teams).

• Substantial discipline knowledge as it relates to this position.

• Capacity to identify learning problems in students, propose and implement effective strategies.

• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively as a constructive and proactive member of a team.

• Demonstrated skills in the use of relevant information and communication technologies.

• Current Working with Children Clearance or VIT registration.

Desirable

• Experience teaching other tertiary or secondary school subjects.

• Experience teaching international students in a tertiary or secondary school setting

• Not required for non-English units

• Proven collegiality and the ability to share ideas

• Knowledge of current pedagogical practices

What we offer you

We value our people and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Exclusive employee discounts at leading retailers.

• A strong focus on health and wellbeing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to professional development training via LinkedIn Learning.

• A positive workplace culture with a staff reward program, and a staff wellbeing program.

To Apply

• Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link. Cover letters should be addressed to HR.

• Email HR: applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au (Please note: Applications will NOT be accepted via this email. To apply, submit your application via our website’s careers page www.rmit.edu.au/up.)

• Please note that we review and interview applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date.

• For more details, refer to the Position Description: https://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/pd-casual-foundation-studies-teacher-dec-2026.pdf

Pre-employment Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At RMIT UP, we foster a culture of safety, wellbeing, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with fairness, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspectives, or experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child-safe organisation. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.

As a Disability Confident Recruitment Team, we are happy to adjust the recruitment process to meet accessibility needs. Please contact us at applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au with your preferred communication method, and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements.

Read our Child Safety Policy: Child Safety Policy

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to responding to every applicant.

Applications Close:

29 Nov 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.