Casual English Language Teacher

Overview:

• Casual hourly rates: Teaching – $98.68; non-teaching – $55.14. Both rates include the 25% casual loading.

• Employment type: Casual, providing ad hoc and emergency teaching cover.We are seeking two Casual English Language Teachers.

• Location: Work at our modern Melbourne CBD office on Franklin Street, within walking distance of Queen Victoria Market and close to public transport.

• Who we’re looking for: Experienced English language teachers with demonstrated experience 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 English for Academic Purposes (EAP), language testing, and Informit, a leading research database focused on Australasian content. 

About the role  

RMIT UP is seeking experienced and adaptable Casual English Language Teachers to support international students in developing the English language skills they need to succeed in their academic studies.

In this role, you will deliver engaging English language classes across a range of levels and programs, primarily providing ad hoc and emergency teaching cover as required. You will create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that responds to students’ diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.

Working collaboratively with Academic Coordinators and fellow educators, you will deliver the established curriculum, monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate class records. You will also use appropriate digital learning technologies to support student engagement and contribute to a positive learning experience across face-to-face, online and blended learning environments, as required. 

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the academic success of international students while working within a collaborative and student-focused educational environment.

About You  

You are a motivated and student-centred English language educator who is passionate about helping learners achieve their academic goals. You bring recognised TESOL qualifications and teaching experience across different proficiency levels, with the ability to adapt your approach to meet diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.

You have experience delivering effective English language teaching in face-to-face and online environments and are confident using digital learning technologies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes.

You are reflective and committed to continuous professional development, with a proactive approach to improving your teaching practice, exploring new teaching strategies and sharing knowledge with colleagues. You also understand the importance of student wellbeing, inclusive teaching practices and creating a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma equivalent to at least three years of full-time study, together with a recognised TESOL qualification, such as CELTA or an equivalent qualification. 

• TESOL teaching experience in both face-to-face and online environments.

• Demonstrated ability to teach across a range of English language levels and programs.

• Confidence using digital learning platforms and educational technologies to support online and blended learning. 

• Strong interpersonal, communication, organisational and time management skills.

• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to reflective practice and ongoing professional development.

Experience teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP), offshore TESOL experience, teacher training, postgraduate qualifications in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Education, and expertise in digital curriculum or assessment design will be highly regarded.

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-english-language-teacher-rmitup.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:

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 theNational 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, viatalentsupport@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.