Messages To proceed, please enable JavaScript in your internet browser. After enabling JavaScript, you will need to close and re-open this browser window. Bring your industry expertise into the classroom and empower learners Casual opportunities at our Croydon, Wantirna and Hawthorn campus’s Attractive casual rates (depending on experience and qualifications) About the Role At Swinburne, we’re not just educating for today — we’re shaping the future of vocational education. As a VET Teacher specialising in Library and Information Services, you’ll play a vital role in preparing students for the evolving demands of the industry. This is a unique opportunity to bring your professional experience into the classroom, delivering high-quality, relevant training that blends industry best practice with innovative, student-centred learning. In this role, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team of educators who are passionate about excellence in teaching and learning. Together, you’ll design, deliver, assess, and continuously improve programs from certificate through to diploma and associate degree levels. Your knowledge of the Library and Information Services sector will be invaluable in shaping course content that is both current and practical, ensuring students graduate with the skills and confidence to thrive in the field. You’ll be encouraged to embrace technology and diverse teaching methodologies to engage a wide range of learners. Whether working in the classroom, online, or in hybrid formats, your ability to create inclusive, customised, and safe learning environments will be key to student success. You’ll also serve as a mentor, providing guidance and support to learners from a variety of backgrounds. At Swinburne, we’re committed to your growth as an educator. You’ll have access to ongoing professional development to keep you at the forefront of vocational education and maintain your currency within the Library and Information Services industry. If you're passionate about teaching, eager to share your expertise, and ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of library professionals, we’d love to hear from you. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: Demonstrated ability to implement high quality innovative teaching and learning programs in a variety of learning modes, reflecting an understanding of successful approaches to Library & Information Services teaching Demonstrated ability to foster and promote an inclusive, customised and safe learning environment and provide support and advice to a diverse range of students and clients Demonstrated ability to participate effectively in continuous improvement, and develop high quality teaching and assessment materials Builds constructive relationships with colleagues and generates ideas for improvements which includes demonstrating high level communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to identify own learning needs and obtain support for professional development to be able to perform as a VET practitioner of the 21st century Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, student mentoring and student experience. Possess sound computer skills to email, access databases, MS Officer and or other relation Learning Management Systems Current practical experience (currency) within the Library & Information Services industry Qualifications Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 or equivalent Diploma or higher qualification in the field of Library and Information Services 4 years’ Vocational experience in the field of Library or Information Services (GLAM sector) About Swinburne University of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected] Applications Close: Thursday 29 May 2025, at 11.00pm Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact [email protected] or call 61 3 9214 3550. Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only . 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