Beekeeping Vocational Instructor

Melbourne Polytechnic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a Casual Teacher Beekeeping to deliver vocational education and training in beekeeping across multiple campuses as directed by the Manager.

Reporting to the Education Manager of Floristry, Beekeeping and Parks and Gardens, you will plan, deliver and assess learning activities, maintain industry currency and support diverse learners through contemporary teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated learner-centred teaching practice and sound understanding of adult learning principles, teaching methodologies and contemporary assessment practices.
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver high-quality teaching across diverse learning environments.
• Ability to plan and meet deadlines, working both independently and in a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, colleagues and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, deliver and assess vocational education and training aligned with approved curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Establish and maintain safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Support learners through the student lifecycle, including orientation and course planning.
• Implement teaching processes and support student participation, progression and wellbeing.
• Develop and maintain high-quality teaching resources, including session plans and assessments.
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment and progress documentation.
• Participate in assessment validation, moderation and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain contemporary beekeeping and teaching knowledge through professional development.
• Collaborate with teaching teams and participate in relevant meetings.
• Contribute to curriculum development and industry engagement as required.

Skills

Beekeeping knowledge

Teaching delivery

Adult education

Curriculum planning

Assessment design

Classroom management

Industry engagement

Education

TAE/TAESS certification or equivalent

Diploma or higher in adult education/vet

VIT registration or WWC check

First Aid/ CPR & Anaphylaxis training

Job description

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a Casual Teacher Beekeeping to deliver vocational education and training in beekeeping across multiple campuses as directed by the Manager.

Reporting to the Education Manager of Floristry, Beekeeping and Parks and Gardens, you will plan, deliver and assess learning activities, maintain industry currency and support diverse learners through contemporary teaching practices.