Casual Foundation Studies Teacher Psychology

Overview:

• Casual hourly rate:Teaching rate is $86.49 and thenon-teaching rateis $66.29
• Semester 1 dates: 27 Jan 2026 to 5 June 2026
• Excellent office location - Franklin Street Melbourne
• Discipline area: Psychology
• Seeking applications from qualified teachers with experience in teaching international students

About RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP)

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

Our mission is to offer transformative learning experiences and pathways that open global opportunities guided by RMITs 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.

The RMIT UP Foundation Studies Program is delivered to an Australian Year 12 comparable standard. It is nationally recognised as a program that equips international students with the skills and capabilities to seek entry into higher education programs in Australia. This program is designed to prepare students for a seamless transition into a range of higher education programs. It develops a mix of discipline knowledge academic English and study skills in a supportive flexible and learner-centred environment. It aims to assiststudentsto become independent critical and lifelong learners and to maximise their potential for success in an Australian university context.

About the role

In this position you will be responsible for the teaching delivery of RMIT UPs Foundation Studies Psychology course. Duties include assessment monitoring academic progress of students contributing to the development of the Foundation Studies curriculum and providing an outstanding student experience.

This course is designed to introduce Foundation STEM students to Psychology as a systematic study of peoples thoughts feelings and behaviour with an emphasis on developing analytical and problem-solving skills in a range of situations.

Key subject themes include:

• Understanding the structure and function of the brain and human nervous system analysing the impact of stress on the body.
• Consciousness the purpose and nature of sleep and the effects of sleep disruption
  on a persons functioning.
• The concepts of mental health including phobia management approaches.
• Research analytical and reporting methods related to the investigation of mental processes and psychological functioning.

Course Descriptions

Here are the course descriptions for subjects taught in the Foundation Studies program in RMIT UP- (Click View Plan)

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 and/or demonstrated teaching expertise in a second discipline area OR
    o A minimum of two years relevant teaching experience including a breadth of experience in delivering to students from non-English speaking backgrounds.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in delivering and assessing Foundation Studies or equivalent courses

• 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

Desirable

• Experience teaching in a Foundation Studies or a year 12 equivalent program educating international students;

• Experience teaching in a tertiary setting.

• TESOL (English Language Teaching Qualification) for teachers responsible for English subject areas.

• Proven collegiality and the ability to share ideas

• Knowledge of current pedagogical practices

To Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link. Please note that we are interviewing progressively as we receive applications so please do not wait until the close date to submit your application

For more details refer to the Position Description: we offer you

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

• Employee discounts at leading retailers.

• A strong focus on health and wellbeing including RMIT-subsidised gym memberships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access and discounted childcare options.

• Professional development opportunities including access to LinkedIn Learning.

Additional Information

• Pre-employment Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Visit our website: HR: (Please note: Applications will NOT be accepted via this email. To apply submit your application via our careers website.)

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 with your preferred communication method and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements.

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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.