Lecturer (Teaching) - Early Childhood Education

New Zealand Tertiary College’s (NZTC) primary objectives are to provide high quality education and to ensure NZTC is the ‘college of choice’. We value our people and are committed to empowering students to care, educate and serve meaningfully and effectively by providing comprehensive and professional programs.

To learn more about us, please visit https://www.nztertiarycollege.ac.nz/  

About the role 

Reporting to the Academic People and Partnerships Manager, this pivotal role will facilitate lessons to students undertaking their Postgraduate/Bachelor’s/Graduate Diploma studies in ECE.

This is a multifaceted role, including: tutoring, mentoring, lecturing, and supporting students throughout their early childhood teacher education studies.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Tutoring, mentoring, lecturing
• Field visits to conduct observation of students carrying out their placements 
• Marking / Assessing
• Supporting students via online discussion forms
•  Research duty (NZTC is PBRF-approved)

About you 

The successful applicant will have:

• Knowledge of and a passion for increasing quality care and education in the early childhood sector in Aotearoa / New Zealand
• Expertise in an early childhood curriculum area
• New Zealand Teacher Registration
• Experience in teaching and/or mentoring adults
• New Zealand driver licence - Full
• A qualification at postgraduate level in early childhood education or related discipline is preferred 

Why work with us 

• Competitive Salary
• NZTC has been the largest provider of Early childhood education for decades
• A company car is provided to candidates based outside of AKL
• Business travel cost is covered (Travelling allowance) plus Per Diem allowance (based on type of travel)
• Meaningful role for someone who wants a less stressful career path.

Our application process:  

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We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.