Teaching Assistant - Master of Business Informatics

Yoobee College of Creative Innovation; Wellington; On-site; NZD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Yoobee Colleges Wellington Central campus seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant for the Master in Business Informatics programme. The role runs 13 hours per week (5 hours teaching each weekend and 3 hours for coordination), with a start mid-January 2027 for a 12-month fixed-term period.

You will support lecturers, foster student engagement, and help with administrative and practical teaching tasks while upholding Yoobee’s values and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Health Informatics, Data Science, or related field.
• Prior teaching assistance, tutoring, mentoring, or relevant professional experience preferred.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms and academic tools (Blackboard, Moodle, Turnitin).
• Experience with postgraduate students or research activities is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and diversity principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist lecturers with classroom preparation, tutorials, and lab sessions.
• Provide student support during and outside of class hours as scheduled.
• Guide students on tools, platforms, and technologies related to Software Engineering and Business Informatics.
• Assist with grading, moderation prep, and administrative follow-up under faculty supervision.
• Help organise student presentations, project milestones, and assessment events.
• Support in setting up online platforms, communication channels, and class resources.
• Attend weekend or evening classes to provide in-session technical and academic support.
• Identify students needing additional support and refer them to appropriate channels.

Skills

Teaching assistance

Communication

Team collaboration

Diversity & Te Tiriti awareness

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Health Informatics, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Moodle

Turnitin

Job description

Yoobee Colleges prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture - open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences. We are fast movers, action orientated, keen innovators, and quick thinkers who enjoy a workplace that is inspiring and fun. Making a difference to someone’s life by sharing your industry knowledge, experience and stories is incredibly exciting and rewarding. We work passionately to prepare our students’ to be ‘work ready, world ready’ for an industry we love . . and you can be a part of this. At Yoobee Colleges, we believe learning should be defined by the exceptional. New Zealand’s largest specialist creative and technology college; we’ve been fueling the creative and tech industries for over 30 years with talented Animators, Filmmakers, Designers, Techies, and Game Developers. We offer online delivery, alongside our campuses based in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. To find out more about us, please visit https://www.yoobee.ac.nz

Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Master in Business Informatics

Location: Wellington Central

Part-time | Fixed-term | Yoobee Wellington

Please note: The target start date is mid-January 2027. This is a 12-month fixed-term, part-time role based at our Wellington Central campus, working 13 hours per week: 5 hours of in-class teaching each Saturday and Sunday, plus 3 hours for coordination meetings and preparation, scheduled flexibly across the week.

About the role:

The Teaching Assistant will assist in the delivery of high-quality teaching, learning support, and student engagement for the Master in Business Informatics Programme. The Teaching Assistant will support lecturers and students to foster a positive and effective academic environment, contribute to the administrative and practical aspects of teaching, and uphold academic standards aligned with Yoobee’s values and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Assist lecturers in classroom preparation, tutorial facilitation, and lab sessions.
• Provide student support during and outside of class hours (as scheduled).
• Guide students on the use of tools, platforms, and technologies related to coursework in software engineering and Business Informatics.
• Assist with grading, moderation preparation, and administrative follow-up under faculty supervision.
• Help organize student presentations, project milestones, and other assessment-related events.
• Support in setting up online platforms, communication channels, and class resources.
• Attend classes on weekends or evenings as required to provide in-session technical and academic support.
• Help identify students who may require additional support and refer them to appropriate channels.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience

• A Master’s degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Health Informatics, Data Science, or a related discipline (essential)
• Prior teaching assistance, tutoring, mentoring, or relevant professional experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with LMS platforms (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle, Turnitin) and academic tools
• Experience supporting postgraduate students or research activities is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to engage with a diverse postgraduate cohort
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of academic integrity and research ethics
• Commitment to continuous learning and academic excellence
• Respectful of cultural diversity and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles

Additional Information

Why work with us?

• Work within a collaborative academic environment
• Support postgraduate learners preparing for professional careers
• Gain teaching and academic experience in a supportive setting
• Be part of an innovative institution committed to excellence and student success

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuringwe’reattracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students.

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.