Sessional Teacher

VPS 3.1: $51.37 per hour + 12% superannuation
Closing date for application: 5pm on 17 September 2026

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is seeking a casual Sessional Teacher to facilitate high quality learning experiences that engage diverse audiences and foster connections between visitors and the NGV Collection and exhibitions.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

You will be responsible for using innovative teaching strategies and methods, including digital tools, to facilitate engaging and socially rewarding learning experiences (onsite, online and outreach) relevant to the interests, needs and backgrounds of different audiences, including students of all levels, adult learners and teachers, corporate and community groups. Other key responsibilities include:

• Working with other team members as required to contribute to the development of learning programs and resources.
• Contributing to improvements in service delivery through ongoing evaluation of programs and practice and active engagement in own professional learning.
• Contributing to departmental and team goals and participating in organisational initiatives and activities as required (including ensuring a safe and healthy environment for colleagues, visitors and stakeholders).

To be successful, you will have an appropriate teaching qualification coupled with demonstrated understanding of key Victorian curriculum frameworks and the value of Art and Design education in lifelong learning. You have experience in designing and delivering engaging learning experiences in an education setting or cultural organisation, and the ability to adapt teaching and facilitation methods to learners of different needs, interests and experience, including students of all levels, adults and EAL learners.

Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching is highly desirable.

Availability to work on weekends and after hours as required.

For more details, please refer to the attached role statement.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this role, please go to ‘Apply’ and include the following documents in your application:

• A resume/CV
• A cover letter
• A statement addressing the key selection criteria in the role statement

Applications close at 5pm on 17 September 2026.

If you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments, such as the role statement, in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact the People and Culture team at job.applications@ngv.vic.gov.au or by using the National Relay Service on 133 677 and asking for 03 8620 2222.