TAFE Sessional Teacher - Foundation Studies chez Victoria University BU

VU is seeking Foundation Studies Sessional Teachers in the discipline areas of English and Mathematics for Foundation Studies in the Centre of VU Transitions, to support our students’ learning and their transition to further pathways.

The Foundation program at VU is central to a high-quality pathway model that uses evidence-based strategies to maximise student success and readiness for university, ensuring a smooth transition to further study. VU's Foundation program has shown strong results, with many students progressing to undergraduate degrees.

• Make a positive impact on the lives of our students
• Showcase your teaching skills
• These positions are mainly located at City Tower Campus 

About Us

The Centre of VU Transitions plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey of our VU pathway students. The Centre of VU Transitions is a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing the transition experiences of students as they move through various phases of their educational journey. The following pathway programs are offered to both domestic and international students: Foundations, ELICOS, WMEP (Western Melbourne English Program), Higher Education Diplomas (Business & Information Technology)

About the Role

VU is seeking English and Mathematics Foundation Studies Sessional Teachers in the Centre of VU Transitions, to support our students’ learning and their transition to further pathways. 

An example of duties you will perform include:

• Facilitate learning and establish educational and assessment strategies to suit a range of students including domestic and international cohorts
• Research, develop and customise learning materials suitable for a range of teaching and learning settings 
• Prepare class content materials 
• Undertake a range of administrative and compliance - related tasks

Salary and Conditions of Employment

• For the sessional teaching roles, the hourly teaching rate payable is $95.01 per hour inclusive of 25% sessional loading plus superannuation.
• Conditions of employment will be covered by Victoria University's Vocational Teacher Enterprise Agreement 2025

About You

If you are passionate about creating a positive learning environment and assisting VU students to gain necessary skills to explore further pathways, we would like to hear from you.

The successful candidate will need to

• Possess a degree in the relevant area
• Hold a teaching qualification
• Hold a current Working with Children Check or VIT or willingness to obtain one
• Secondary teaching, in particular, VCE teaching experience will be highly regarded
• Experience working with an international student cohort is preferred 

How to Apply

To submit your application, please click on the APPLY NOW button. 

Applications must include:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Evidence of all applicable qualifications, licences, and documents
• Contact details of two referees 

Application Closing Date: Monday 22 September 2025 at 5.00 PM (AEST). 

Please contact Silvana Di Sisto, Manager, Higher Education Diploma Business (Enterprise), via [email protected] for further information about these teaching opportunities. 

Our Commitment to Protecting Country

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.  We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you have access requirements or would benefit from adjustments, including with position descriptions, application forms, or require any other document in an accessible format at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected] or call (03) 9919 5999.