Tutors, Trainers & Assessors
Become a Leisure Skills Tutor
Do you have a passion for teaching? Are you a skilled and inspiring tutor? Do you have the potential to become one? If you have a course that you feel may suit WEA Illawarra, email us with an expression of interest. Include the lesson plan below and your CV.
Become a Foundational Skills trainer / assessor
Teaching adults Foundation Skills is a rewarding career. To teach on the Foundation Skills Program you MUST have:
- Experience teaching Adult Literacy / Numeracy in the last 2 years
- A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) or its successor, a high level qualification in adult education.
- Experience working with, or qualification in special needs education is highly desirable.
If you believe you hold an equivalent to these qualifications, please submit your CV or expression of interest. Email your submission to the Leader of Community College at training@weaillawarra.com.au
Become a Vocational Trainer
Looking for a vocational teaching / training opportunity? WEA Illawarra are always on the lookout for new trainers and teachers. To apply to teach vocational training at WEA Illawarra you need to:
- Hold TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- Hold a relevant qualification or be able to show relevant experience in their subject matter area.
- Be able to demonstrate current industry experience.
- Show demonstrated assessment practice including participation in assessment validation.
If you believe you hold these or the equivalent to these qualifications, please submit your application including a copy of your current training qualification and a CV outlining both your experience in training and assessment and your subject matter.
All trainers/assessors are engaged on a sessional basis. WEA operates on an eligibility list for potential trainers and assessors. When work becomes available, you will be called for an interview where you will be asked to bring samples of lesson plans and contextualised assessment tools.
Email your CV or expression of interest to our Leader of Community College training@weaillawarra.com.au.
Tutor Spotlight
Mary Monteleone
Leisure Skills / Pottery
Mary Monteleone
Leisure Skills / Pottery
Mary has been with the WEA Illawarra as a pottery tutor since 2001 and has taught hundreds of students the art of pottery. Many of her students come back each term to refine their skills and create wonderful works of art for their family and friends.
Mary says that the best part of her job is teaching students the basics of clay and watching each person’s creativity grow and develop. She loves to see everyone’s individuality express itself in their pieces. Students always tell her that, even if they’ve had a bad day at work, coming to class allows all their stresses and worries to fade away as they use their hands to create with the clay.
Mary’s courses have now been extended to include a Creative Kids program which caters to children aged between 8 – 14 years. Kids attending these classes are also getting hooked on the creativity of pottery and are returning term after term to learn more skills!
Carola Roa Sanchez
Spanish Language Tutor
Carola Roa Sanchez
Spanish Language Tutor
Carola is a passionate Spanish teacher with over 20 years of experience helping students of all ages and backgrounds discover the joy of learning a new language. She holds a degree in Journalism and a Bachelor's in Social Communication, along with postgraduate studies in International Relations and in Teaching Spanish as a Second Language.
Her academic background reflects her deep commitment to creating meaningful, culturally rich learning experiences. Originally from Chile, Carola has taught in a variety of educational settings across Chile, Peru, and Australia. These international experiences have shaped her adaptable teaching style and given her a broad perspective on how to meet the diverse needs of her students.
Carola loves traveling, sharing experiences, and giving the language a functional and communicative approach. She strongly believes that everyone can learn a second language when given the right tools, encouragement, and opportunities to connect with it in a real-world context. She finds great joy in watching her students grow in confidence and use Spanish to engage with the world around them—not just as a subject, but as a living, vibrant way to connect with others.
Crystal Bowden
Retail Program Specialist / Trainer
Crystal Bowden
Retail Program Specialist / Trainer
Crystal is a compassionate and driven Retail Program Specialist and trainer, dedicated to helping her students thrive and grow. She is deeply committed to building their confidence and practical skills, and her approach is grounded in authenticity—fostering genuine rapport, being relatable, and embracing imperfection to demonstrate that growth comes from trying, learning, and evolving.
She believes that hard work, dedication, and passion are intrinsic qualities, fuelled by a desire not only to transform one’s own life but also to positively impact the lives of others.
Inspired by the mentors who shaped her journey, Crystal now pays it forward by helping others unlock their potential and achieve their goals. She takes pride in being a trainer who leads with empathy, encourages resilience, and continues to grow alongside those she supports.
Crystal loves working at WEA Illawarra, as it offers the flexibility to truly connect with students and tailor learning experiences to their individual needs. It’s a place where she can make a meaningful impact every day.