Indigenous Student Success Tutor — Part-Time

unimelb; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 118,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development programs

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking a part-time academic tutor within Murrup Barak to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across disciplines. You will design and deliver discipline-specific tutoring sessions, individually and in groups, to strengthen learning outcomes.

You will guide students in self-directed learning while upholding academic standards, and collaborate with a tutor team to share resources and participate in professional development.

Qualifications

• Hold an undergraduate degree and strong knowledge of your discipline at postgraduate level.
• Bring experience supporting or understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in tertiary learning environments.
• Demonstrate awareness of systemic barriers affecting Indigenous students and commitment to culturally safe practice.
• Coach learners, explaining complex concepts to different levels and assessment expectations.
• Manage tutoring schedules reliably using program systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver weekly discipline-specific tutoring sessions, individually and in groups, to support student learning goals.
• Guide students to develop self-directed learning strategies while maintaining academic standards and integrity.
• Collaborate with fellow tutors to create, refine and share discipline resources and participate in professional development.
• Build culturally safe, supportive learning environments and make referrals to the Student Success Team when needed.
• Maintain accurate tutoring records, schedules and progress notes, ensuring program systems are used effectively.

Skills

Discipline knowledge

Coaching learners

Time management

Collaboration

Cultural safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Postgraduate knowledge in discipline

Job description

The University of Melbourne is seeking a part-time academic tutor within Murrup Barak to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across disciplines. You will design and deliver discipline-specific tutoring sessions, individually and in groups, to strengthen learning outcomes.

You will guide students in self-directed learning while upholding academic standards, and collaborate with a tutor team to share resources and participate in professional development.