Instructional Designer - AI and Data Literacy

The Gordon; Geelong; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Gordon in Geelong is seeking an Instructional Designer to shape the AI and Data Literacy microcredential. You’ll transform complex concepts into accessible learning experiences, partnering with educators, SMEs and industry partners to deliver high-quality resources.

Role focuses on embedding AI literacy into practical activities, ensuring accessibility and learner engagement, with a 0.8 FTE arrangement. Applications close 7 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instructional design for accredited training.
• Strong technical skills with digital learning tools, platforms, and methodologies.
• A collaborative and solutions-focused mindset.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Genuine passion for innovative education and supporting teachers in the digital space.
• Understanding of AI-enabled learning, data literacy or emerging education technologies.
• Practical experience using AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, workplace-focused learning resources for the AI and Data Literacy microcredential project.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams, departments and external partners to bring ideas to life.
• Embed AI and data literacy into practical learning activities.
• Provide learning design expertise to enhance resource quality, accessibility and learner engagement.
• Review and refine resources to meet quality and compliance requirements.

Skills

Instructional design

Digital learning tools

Collaboration

Time management

Innovative education

AI-enabled learning

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Instructional Designer - AI and Data Literacy

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and helping people build confidence with emerging technologies? We're looking for an Instructional Designer to support the development and delivery of an innovative AI and Data Literacy Microcredential Project.

Working alongside subject matter experts, educators, industry partners and the Project Lead, you'll help translate real use cases into practical, accessible and engaging learning solutions. Your creativity and technical expertise will ensure learning resources are relevant, high quality and aligned to industry and learner needs.

What you’ll be doing:

Some key areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Designing engaging, workplace-focused learning resources for the AI and Data Literacy microcredential project.
• Collaborating with colleagues across teams, departments and external partners to bring ideas to life.
• Embedding AI and data literacy into practical learning activities.
• Providing learning design expertise to enhance resource quality, accessibility and learner engagement.
• Reviewing and refining resources to ensure they meet quality and compliance requirements.
• Contributing to an innovative project that supports future workforce skills.

Check out the Position Description to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

About You:

Do you love the challenge of turning complex information into clear, engaging learning experiences? You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in instructional design for accredited training
• Strong technical skills with digital learning tools, platforms, and methodologies
• A collaborative and solutions focused mindset
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for innovative education and supporting teachers to succeed in the digital space

What will really set you apart:

• Understanding of AI-enabled learning, data literacy or emerging education technologies.
• Practical experience using AI tools.

What’s next?

Applications close Wednesday 7 October 2026 @ 11:30pm

Salary Range:

Part time 0.8 (30.4 hours per week) until 30 June 2027

We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where everyone can thrive. We value equal opportunity, accessibility, and authenticity, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and beliefs to apply for this role.

If you need reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Careers and Talent team via *******@gordontafe.edu.au or [phone].

The Gordon

As one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs, The Gordon is a dynamic and inclusive organisation that values collaboration, diversity, and the power of education. By joining us, you’ll become part of a thriving community committed to empowering students and shaping the future of education.

We are the Gordon | We bring our best | We create the future | We are student minded

As a values-driven organisation, The Gordon encourages employee celebration with a dynamic Values Recognition initiative. This program empowers team members to highlight each other's outstanding contributions, offering timely and impactful feedback that resonates throughout the year.

All positions require a current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and along with background checks.

You must hold permanent residency status in Australia or have a valid Work Visa to apply for this position.

The Gordon is dedicated to the safety and welfare of all children and young people and prides itself on being a Child Safe organisation and aligns with theVictorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.