Beauty Therapy Lecturer

Otago Polytechnic; Dunedin; Sur place; NZD 60 000 - 90 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Otago Polytechnic invites applications for a Beauty Therapy lecturer to join our Dunedin Campus. You will deliver engaging theory and practical teaching, guiding students through their learning journey and assessing progress using up-to-date technology.

The role emphasises creating an inclusive environment, mentoring learners, and collaborating with colleagues while independently running evening classes. Evening sessions are held Mon 3:00–8:00, Tue–Thu 4:00–8:00.

Qualifications

• A recognised Beauty Therapy qualification.
• Extensive experience working in industry as a Beauty Therapist.
• Ability to mentor ākonga.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to supporting diverse learners.
• Able to run evening classes independently.
• Collaborative team player.
• Sound health and safety practices.
• Tertiary teaching qualification would be an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Deliver engaging face-to-face theory and practical teaching.
• Guide and encourage ākonga throughout their learning journey.
• Assess learner progress, practical capability and use of relevant technology.
• Create an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Help ākonga develop confidence, knowledge and professional skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while independently leading evening classes.
• Evening classes run 3.00pm–8.00pm Mon; 4.00pm–8.00pm Tue–Thu.

Connaissances

Beauty therapy knowledge

Mentoring

Communication

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Independent work

Evening class management

Formation

Beauty Therapy qualification

Description du poste

Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation

At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.

We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.

Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role

Join our supportive Beauty Therapy team at our Dunedin Campus and share your industry knowledge, practical experience and enthusiasm with ākonga preparing for careers in the beauty industry.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver engaging face-to-face theory and practical teaching
• Guide and encourage ākonga throughout their learning journey
• Assess learner progress, practical capability and use of relevant technology
• Create an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Help ākonga develop the confidence, knowledge and professional skills they need to succeed
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while independently leading evening classes

Teaching includes evening classes held from 3.00pm to 8.00pm, Mondays and 4.00pm to 8.00pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Ko wai koe | About you

You will bring strong beauty therapy knowledge, a genuine interest in developing others and an approachable, encouraging teaching style.

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• A recognised Beauty Therapy qualification
• Extensive experience working in industry as a Beauty Therapist
• The ability to be a positive role model and mentor for ākonga
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to supporting learners with diverse cultural and learning needs
• The confidence to work independently and manage evening classes
• A collaborative approach and commitment to contributing to a supportive team
• Sound health and safety practices

A tertiary teaching qualification, or previous experience in teaching, training, coaching or mentoring, would be an advantage. If you have strong industry experience and a passion for helping others learn,

The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation

Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whānau.

You will demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other and be able to work independently to run our evening classes. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.