As warmer weather returns and the new year approaches, we are expecting an increase in teaching opportunities at our college, particularly on our direct entry program - UMELBP - as students prepare for the Semester 1 2026 intake at the University of Melbourne.
Essential skills & qualities
- EFL/ESL teaching experience in Australia or overseas.
- An approach to teaching which shows evidence of effective and culturally sensitive class management, knowledge of current TESOL theory and practice in the ESL/EFL classroom, and an understanding of student engagement and learning styles.
- The ability to carry out administrative duties required of Hawthorn-Melbourne teaching staff to a high standard (e.g. monitoring of attendance, standardisation and moderation, course record-keeping).
- Professionalism, which includes teamwork, collegiality, information and resource sharing, and high standards of professional conduct.
- Current Working with Children Check.
Desirable skills & qualities
- Experience across a wide range of ESL courses,
- Experience with students on pathways to tertiary study, or at the tertiary level.
- Familiarity with online learning platforms including Zoom and Moodle.
- Strong MS Office competencies, including Outlook and SharePoint.
Qualifications
This position requires, as a minimum:
- A degree
- An entry-level TESOL qualification*
Desirable qualifications include:
- Postgraduate qualifications in TESOL, such as DELTA, MTESOL.
- e.g. TESOL Certificate (e.g. CELTA) OR a unit in TESOL method as part of a degree.
Additional Information
How to apply
Please apply online including your resume and a cover letter. For enquiries about the role, please contact Nick Kirk on [email protected]. Applications will remain open until Sunday 19th October at 11:59pm. However, we reserve the right to progress or confirm applicants prior to the closing date. Applications received after the closing date may be considered pending the outcome of the recruitment process.
Diversity and Inclusion
Navitas promotes and embraces an inclusive and diversified workforce. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity in the workplace will deliver a rich and collaborative environment for our employees, students and clients. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and diverse community groups.
Extra information
For more information or to view other opportunities, please visit navitas.com/careers
Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or a Working with Children Check. Only people who are eligible to work in Australia may apply for this position.
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