Sessional Tutor Architectural Design

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Vacancy Number: 32
Position Title: Sessional Tutor, Architectural Design
Employment Type: Casual
Department: Higher Education – Business and Construction
Location: Epping
Award Classification: Higher Education PACCT
Salary: As per Academic Casual Rates
Hours per Week: 6 hours per week (plus marking and presentations)
Why Join Us
Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1+12. We offer:

Industry-led, hands-on training
Inclusive, future-focused environments
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sessional Tutor in Architectural Design to join our Bachelor of Applied Architecture team. You will deliver engaging and industry-relevant education in the Architectural Design 2–6 (Vertical Design Studios) subjects, supporting students in achieving their learning and career goals.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver two 3-hour design studio classes per week over a 13-week semester
Prepare and deliver one formal lecture per semester
Participate in final design presentations, marking, and moderation
Collaborate with the Design Coordinator and fellow tutors to develop and deliver the semester program
Provide academic and pastoral support to students
Supervise students during class excursions
Maintain timely communication and complete marking within 10 days
Skills and Experience Required
Master’s Degree in Architecture (or equivalent)
Demonstrated higher education teaching experience
Commitment to architectural education and student engagement
Desirable:

Minimum 5 years in architectural practice or running a practice
Strong connections to the architectural profession
Evidence of current scholarship or non-traditional research outputs
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate will be required to provide:

A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)

A National Police Check

How to Apply


Complete all pre-screening questions
Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
If applying for a teaching role , upload relevant qualifications
File Requirements:

Each file must be under 2MB
PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , ! @ # % *)
Selection Process
Our process includes:

An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
Reference checks
Employment and qualification verification
Questions?
Contact: Recruitment Team

Email: recruitment@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au

Applications close : Sunday 6 July 2025

Diversity and Inclusion
Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies
Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.