Fortis Consulting, a subsidiary of Community Vision, is a boutique consultancy specialising in diversity, capability, and culture.
We provide language training and cultural capability services across a range of sectors including Defence, government, not-for-profit organisations, and the corporate sector.
Operating nationally, our team brings extensive experience in language education, cultural awareness, and workforce capability development.
This is an exciting chance for passionate language educators to apply their expertise in a professional adult learning environment while contributing to Australia's Defence language capability.
About DFSL
The Defence Force School of Languages (DFSL) has supported the language capability of the Australian Defence Force for more than 75 years.
DFSL equips Defence personnel with critical language and intercultural skills required for operational, diplomatic, and international engagement roles.
Location: Defence Force School of Languages (DFSL), RAAF Williams, Laverton VIC
Contract Period:17 February **** to 1 October ****
Hours:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Positions Available:Up to 2
Employment Type:Fixed-Term Contract
Teaching Load:Up to 20 teaching hours per week, with additional time allocated for lesson preparation, assessment, and course development.
About this Role
Working under the guidance of DFSL staff, you will deliver high-quality Filipino language training to Defence personnel undertaking the Filipino Basic Language Course.
Responsibilities include:
Deliver engaging and effective Filipino language instruction
Facilitate learning for adult learners in a professional environment
Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback
Prepare lessons and support course development activities




Contribute to assessment and moderation processes
Collaborate with DFSL staff and fellow instructors
Support the development of learners' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
Potentially participate in Defence-supported language and cultural capability activities
About You
Native or near-native proficiency in Filipino (Tagalog)
High level of written and spoken English
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) OR a tertiary qualification in Teaching/Education
Language teaching experience
Strong digital literacy and confidence using learning technologies
Curriculum design and language teaching experience, preferably with adult learners
Sound understanding of Filipino language, culture, society, and contemporary teaching methodologies
Highly Desirable:
University Filipino teaching experience
Secondary school Filipino teaching experience
TAFE or adult education experience
Curriculum design and course development experience
Experience teaching adult learners
Previous experience within DFSL, Defence, or similar government training environments
Experience in language assessment and moderation activities
Why Join Us?
Work in a highly respected Defence education environment
Teach motivated adult learners
Long-term full-time engagement throughout ****
Collaborative and supportive teaching team
Opportunity to contribute to Australia's language capability
Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience
Security Requirements
Successful applicants must provide a National Police Check valid within 28 days prior to commencement.
Applications close: 28 September ****, 12 noon (AEST)
Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed before the closing date.
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📌 2 X Filipino Language Instructors, Defence Force School Of Languages (Dfsl) (Melbourne)
🏢 Fortis Consulting
📍 Melbourne