Teacher Sports Turf Management

ASTMA Australian Sports Turf Managers Association; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a Casual Teacher in Sports Turf Management to deliver vocational education and training, supporting students to build practical skills and industry readiness. Reporting to the Education Manager Horticulture, you will plan, deliver, assess and continuously improve learning experiences across varied settings.

You will foster inclusive teaching practices, contribute to curriculum development, and maintain industry currency to ensure programs stay relevant and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated learner-centred teaching practice and adult learning expertise.
• Ability to plan, organize and deliver high-quality teaching across diverse environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration within teaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, deliver and assess Vocational Education and Training in Sports Turf Management.
• Establish safe, inclusive learning environments and promote student engagement.
• Support learners through the student lifecycle with learning plans and adjustments.
• Develop high-quality teaching resources and assessment tools.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Learner-centred teaching

Adult learning principles

Planning & delivery

Communication skills

Inclusive teaching

Team collaboration

Digital capability

Industry engagement

Education

TAE Certification (TAE40122/TAE40116/TAE40110)

Diploma or higher in adult education or training

Sports Turf Management qualification or related

Job description

2d ago , from ASTMA Australian Sports Turf Managers Association

• Agreement: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
• Classification: MEA Casual Teacher Level 1–3
• Hourly Rate: $92.79 - $100.25 per hour
• Applications Close: Monday, 14 December 2026

• Employment Type: Casual
• Department: Horticulture
• Location: Fairfield
• Agreement: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
• Classification: MEA Casual Teacher Level 1–3
• Hourly Rate: $92.79 - $100.25 per hour
• Applications Close: Monday, 14 December 2026

Job Summary

Deliver vocational education and training in Sports Turf Management, supporting students to develop practical skills, industry knowledge and competencies for future employment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Melbourne Polytechnic has delivered hands‑on, future‑focused education for more than 110 years. Our people play a vital role in supporting students, industries and communities across Victoria.

In this role, you’ll enjoy:

• Meaningful work that supports education, training, innovation and student success
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Flexible work arrangements, where applicable
• Exposure to diverse programs, systems and continuous improvement initiatives
• A values‑driven organisation committed to inclusion, wellbeing and quality

About the Role

Reporting to the Education Manager Horticulture, the Teacher Sports Turf Management delivers vocational education and training within the Sports Turf Management teaching area, supporting students to develop the knowledge, practical skills and competencies required for their studies and future employment.

You will plan, deliver and assess learning activities across a range of learning environments, applying current vocational and industry knowledge to ensure teaching and assessment align with approved curriculum, regulatory requirements and Melbourne Polytechnic policies and procedures.

You will support diverse learners through inclusive, flexible and contemporary teaching practices, contribute to the development of high‑quality learning and assessment resources, and maintain industry engagement and vocational currency to ensure programs remain relevant and responsive to industry requirements.

What You'll Do

• Plan, prepare, deliver and assess vocational education and training in Sports Turf Management, aligned with approved curriculum, learning plans and assessment requirements
• Establish and maintain safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments that promote student engagement, participation and positive learning outcomes
• Support learners throughout the student lifecycle, including orientation, entry‑level assessment, course selection, learning plans, reasonable adjustments and referrals to appropriate support services
• Implement Melbourne Polytechnic learning processes and support student participation, progression and wellbeing, including learning plans for students at risk
• Develop and maintain high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment resources, including session plans, unit outlines and assessment tools
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, learner progress and compliance documentation in accordance with Melbourne Polytechnic policies and regulatory requirements
• Participate in assessment validation, moderation, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities to support effective program delivery
• Maintain contemporary teaching, educational and Sports Turf industry knowledge through professional development and engagement with industry and relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate with teaching teams, contribute to professional practice and mentoring activities as appropriate to classification level, and participate in relevant team activities and meetings
• Contribute to curriculum and program development, industry engagement and coordination activities in accordance with the responsibilities of the applicable teaching classification

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• 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 and assessment across diverse learning environments and learner cohorts
• Ability to plan, prioritise and meet agreed deadlines, working effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a teaching team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues, industry and other stakeholders
• Ability to select and apply teaching and assessment strategies appropriate to the diverse needs of learners
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to continuous improvement and respond effectively to emerging educational, industry and departmental needs
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate industry and professional networks that support student engagement, teaching relevance and learner pathwaysDigital capability to support learning delivery, e‑learning, assessment, resource development and record‑keeping
• Commitment to collaboration, continuous improvement and inclusive practice
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to workplace health and safety, equity and inclusion principles
• Thorough knowledge of current Sports Turf industry practices and procedures, with the ability to establish and maintain effective industry relationships
• Strong practical Sports Turf skills, including machinery operation and an understanding of relevant machinery maintenance and safety requirements

Desirable

• Previous teaching or assessing experience in a VET or relevant education environment
• Experience working with diverse learner cohorts
• Knowledge of current industry developments and contemporary teaching practices relevant to the discipline
• Qualifications & Mandatory Requirements

To be considered for a teaching position at Melbourne Polytechnic, applicants must meet the qualification and competency requirements relevant to the teaching area and programs being delivered.

Qualifications

Depending on the teaching context, relevant requirements may include:

• Appropriate vocational competency and/or qualifications relevant to the teaching discipline
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116 or TAE40110); or
• A diploma‑level or higher qualification in adult education or vocational education and training; or

A secondary teaching qualification together with one of the following:

• TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set; or
• TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; or
• TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor; or
• For teachers in a non‑vocational discipline (e.g. AMEP, EAL, LLN,VCE, SEE, VCE VM, foundation studies and education, or similar), a relevant teaching diploma or higher‑level qualification containing the required supervised practicum
• Relevant post‑secondary qualification in Sports Turf Management or a related discipline, together with relevant and recent industry experience.

Applicants must also maintain relevant vocational, industry and/or educational currency as required for the programs delivered.

Mandatory Requirements

Appointment to this position is subject to meeting Melbourne Polytechnic’s mandatory employment requirements, including:

• Current Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee) or current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration, where applicable
• Current National Police Check
• Current Victorian Driver Licence
• Completion of Melbourne Polytechnic induction and other prescribed mandatory training

Please note: The relevance and suitability of qualifications will be assessed by the hiring manager as part of the selection process. Recruitment does not provide individual pre‑assessments of qualifications prior to application.

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child‑safe employer. We value the knowledge, skills and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and strongly encourage applications from First Nations candidates. We also welcome applications from people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women in underrepresented areas, and people of all genders, gender identities, sexual orientations and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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