Job description
- Job no: 0060482
- Location: Parkville
- Role type: Full-time; Continuing
- Department: University Museums and Collections
- Salary: UOM 6 – $92,749 – $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super
- Advance education at renowned Melbourne museums.
- Create accessible resources and foster STEAM education for Deaf/deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students.
- 17% super, benefits, and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The University of Melbourne aims to unify its museums and collections under a Cultural Commons, enhancing scholarly and public value. The Museums and Collections Department oversees various cultural assets, fostering a collaborative network for knowledge exchange.
As part of the Learning Experiences Team, you will collaborate with STEM Centre for Excellence, Science Gallery Melbourne, and Art Museums to deliver inclusive school learning programs. Funded by the Beth Maclaren Smallwood Foundation, your focus will be on advancing STEAM education for Deaf/deaf and hard of hearing students over five years.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the design and facilitation of STEAM learning programs and resources for Deaf/deaf hard of hearing students in school settings, enhancing their museum and collections learning experiences.
- Establishing STEAM learning programs by cultivating relationships with schools featuring deaf facilities, supporting Deaf/deaf and hard of hearing students’ engagement with the Museums & Collections Learning Experiences program.
- Developing accessible resources for Deaf/deaf and hard of hearing students, teachers, and the public to support exhibitions at Science Gallery Melbourne, Buxton Contemporary, Ian Potter Museum of Art, and Old Quad.
- Be a collaborative staff member of the Learning Experiences Team and be willing to teach hearing students one day per week.
- Collaborating with the Head of Learning Experiences and Learning Experiences Team to strategise and build relationships with school communities and organisations supporting Deaf/ deaf and hard of hearing students and teachers.
Who we are looking for
Join us as an Inclusive STEAM educator with a passion for tertiary, museum, or gallery settings. Utilise your outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively in small teams. Showcase your demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills, thriving in the management of multiple concurrent projects.
You will also have:
- Current VIT Teacher registration with at least three years of experience in a school setting, specialising in Deaf/deaf and hard of hearing students.
- Demonstrated interest and capability in teaching across STEAM curriculum areas
Applicants with the additional following skills are strongly encouraged to apply;
- Proficiency in Auslan communication skills.
- Proven track record in leading projects integrating arts, science, and digital technologies to enhance students’ future skills and knowledge.
- Experience teaching in a specialist school setting or engaging students with additional needs in learning programs.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team
University Museums and Collections.
The Museums and Collections Department oversees various cultural assets, fostering a collaborative network for knowledge exchange, and is responsible for Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, Ian Potter Museum of Art, Old Quadrangle Treasury, and the Grainger Museum. The university’s cultural strategy includes goals such as enriching student and community life, fostering connections, providing access to unique assets, and developing an internationally acclaimed museology model.
The Department aims to build a collaborative and flexible network around the University’s cultural assets so students, staff members local and global communities gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary and traditional cultures, scientific discovery, and creative practice.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. We aim to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please click here.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience, addressing the following 3 selection criteria:
- Current VIT Teacher registration with a minimum of three years experience working in a school setting with Deaf/deaf and hard of hearing students.
- Demonstrated interest and capability in teaching across STEAM curriculum areas.
- Experience teaching in a specialist school setting or engaging students with additional needs in learning programs.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please feel free to contact Bridgette Van Leuven via email at: [email protected] using the subject line: Inclusive STEAM Educator enquiry via EthicalJobs, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.
A position description is attached.
