Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Initial Teacher Education

Massey University; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UniSaver 6.75% employer contribution

Staff holidays and annual leave

Subsidised health plan

Staff discounts across NZ

Professional development programs

Study fee concession for staff

Job summary

Massey University in Auckland, Albany campus, is seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to contribute to teaching, research, supervision, and professional practice within Initial Teacher Education. The role focuses on curriculum and pedagogy across Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary Education, with strong Te Tiriti responsibilities.

The successful candidate will support student success, engage in scholarship, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Doctoral qualification with developing academic and/or professional record.
• Experience in Initial Teacher Education or curriculum and pedagogy.
• Ability to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Active engagement in research, scholarship and publication.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise students within Initial Teacher Education programmes and related fields.
• Contribute to development and accreditation of teacher education programmes.
• Engage in research, scholarship and professional practice.
• Build strong relationships with professional, community and educational stakeholders.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Supervision

Curriculum and Pedagogy

Education

Doctoral qualification

Job description

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Massey University – Auckland, North Island

Albany, Auckland

We are seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to join the University's Institute of Education - Te Kura o Te Mātauranga within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced and collegial academic and/or educator to contribute to teaching, research, supervision, and professional practice within Initial Teacher Education and related fields in Aotearoa. We welcome applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Initial Teacher Education
• Cross-sector Experience (Early Childhood, Primary, and/or Secondary Education)
• Curriculum and Pedagogy
• Pacific Peoples Education
• Learning Support and Inclusive Education
• STEM Education
• International Teacher Education

The successful applicant will contribute to the continued development of accredited teacher education programmes, support student success, engage in research and scholarship, and foster strong relationships with professional, community, and educational stakeholders and contribute to fulfilling Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.

This whakataukī expresses our valuing of scholarship and recognition of the unique talents of each member. It cherishes the importance of connecting with people, whānau and community to encourage collaborative partnership in the field of education.

This is a full-time, ongoing Lecturer or Senior Lecturer appointment based at our Albany (Auckland) campus.

Salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, and academic achievement, with appointment made at either Lecturer (NZ$86,113 - $109,901) or Senior Lecturer (NZ$107,916 - $152,711) level.

Reporting to the Head of the Institute of Education Te Kura o te Mātauranga and Director of Initial Teacher Education, in association with the Kaihautū Māori, you will contribute to learning and teaching, professional practice, student supervision, research and scholarship, and service within the Institute and wider University community. The role will include a focused contribution within Initial Teacher Education programmes. In addition, opportunities and engagement across undergraduate and postgraduate education programmes may be possible based on interests and expertise.

The Institute of Education offers a suite of respected programmes for initial teacher education, specialist teachers, counsellors, educational and developmental psychologists, speech language therapists, and professional learning and researcher development for experienced educators, leaders, and practitioners.

Our Initial Teacher Education pathway is currently a one-year full-time Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching, with specialised endorsements in Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary Education. The foundation of our programme is our tūāpapa:

He waka eke noa, he whānau aroha noa, he kaupapa puta noa. At the heart of this programme is the right for all to flourish. Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the waka that carries us on our learning and teaching journey. This programme reflects the dynamic, complex and responsive nature of learning and teaching and fosters connectedness, courage, curiosity and creativity. Graduates will have an emergent sense of identity and efficacy to respond with care and aroha in all their interactions.

Our programme is well-regarded and embedded in strong partnerships with our education sector, with 16 weeks of professional practice in education settings as a core component of their qualification, alongside a contemporary, research-informed course schedule.

The position requires:

• An academic who is committed to upholding Te Tiriti.
• A doctoral qualification with a developing academic and/or professional record.
• A respected professional and educator with a strong reputation in your field.
• Experience in Initial Teacher Education, school-based teacher education, and/or curriculum and pedagogy.
• Knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, Te Whāriki and contemporary educational practice.
• Evidence of effective teaching, supervision, and student support.
• Experience or potential in research, scholarship, and publication.
• An experienced networker and relationship builder with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Current teacher registration, or eligibility for registration, in Aotearoa New Zealand.

At Massey, we are a Te Tiriti-led university, committed to creating a positive impact in our communities and preparing our ākonga for the future. You will be part of a supportive and innovative team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

In addition to a competitive salary, Massey offers further staff benefits

• Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme.
• Five University holidays per year in addition to your annual leave.
• Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family.
• Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Comprehensive professional development and training programmes.
• Staff fee concession for study with Massey and 30% discount on fees for immediate family of staff undertaking undergraduate study (conditions apply)