Online Learning Advisor - Psychology

Online Education Services

1d•Remote

About The Position

Swinburne Online delivers world-class learning through degrees specifically designed for the online student. Each degree is tailored to provide opportunities for students who are often unable to undertake university studies on campus. At Swinburne Online, the student is at the forefront of everything we do. This role is an opportunity to support and guide our students through their learning journey. Our Online Learning Advisers (OLAs) are the subject matter experts who facilitate the student’s learning, with a focus on helping them achieve their goals.

Requirements

Hold a minimum postgraduate degree in Psychology
1-4 years in the sector (Must have APAC accredited fourth year or above)
Understand the challenges faced by online learners
Able to manage time and responsibilities independently
Comfortable navigating online learning platforms
Passionate about helping students succeed
Flexibility to work sessional part-time: 8 hours per week. Hours may increase depending on assessment/marking cadences and the number of student groups you support.
Located in Australia

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or studying in an online environment
Previous teaching or mentoring experience
A student-centric mindset
Responsiveness and availability
Clear communication
Proactive and organised work habits
Confidence with technology
Strong academic support skills

Responsibilities

Facilitating learning activities that engage and retain students
Marking assessments and providing meaningful, constructive feedback
Supporting communication through discussion boards, emails, and live sessions – ensuring visibility to students every 24-48 hours
Collaborating with academic teams to maintain unit quality
Upholding OES values to foster a positive team culture and student experience