Lecturer in Early Childhood Education

Eastern Institute of Technology; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 87,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Institute of Technology in Gisborne invites applications for a permanent part-time Lecturer role in the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education). The position contributes to quality teaching, assessment, curriculum development, and student support within the School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing.

The appointment salary will be between $86,667 and $95,000 (pro-rated to 0.4 FTE), dependent on skills and experience. NZ residency or visa eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with current NZ registration or eligibility.
• Experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Ability to develop and deliver curriculum in teacher education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation.
• Support student achievement and learner success.
• Contribute to programme development, review and improvement.
• Participate in moderation and quality assurance processes.
• Build relationships with professional bodies and community partners.
• Engage in scholarly activity and ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to School and organisational goals.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Digital skills

Relationship management

Professional development

Education

Recognised teacher qualification

NZ teacher registration (or eligibility)

Postgraduate qualification or willingness to work towards one

Job description

We are seeking a permanent, part-time (0.4 FTE) Lecturer - Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) to join our School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing team in Tairāwhiti, commencing employment in January 2027.

This position contributes to the delivery of the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) programme through high-quality teaching, assessment, curriculum development, and academic support. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders to support learner success and contribute to the ongoing development of the programme.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $86,667 and $95,000 (pro-rated to FTE), dependent on skills and experience.

The Lecturer - Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is based in the School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing and reports to the Head of School, Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation activities.
• Supporting student achievement and success through effective teaching and learner support.
• Contributing to programme development, review and continuous improvement activities.
• Participating in moderation and quality assurance processes.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with professional bodies and community partners.
• Engaging in scholarly activity and ongoing professional development.
• Contributing to the achievement of School and organisational goals.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A recognised teaching qualification.
• Current New Zealand teacher registration, or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Recent and relevant experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Knowledge of current teaching, learning and assessment practices.
• Experience in curriculum development and programme delivery.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Competency with digital technologies used to support learning.
• A postgraduate qualification, or willingness to work towards one.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter. For more information, please view the Position Description below.

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.

For questions, contact [e-mail].