Lecturer or Senior Lecturer

6 days ago


Dunedin Central, New Zealand Te Rito Maioha Early Childhood New Zealand Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

About the role

Te Rito Maioha Primary Teacher Education is proudly a Category One rated tertiary provider.   We are seeking an experienced educator to join our team as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer for our Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) or Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) programmes. A key part of this position will be to support our Practicum placement programme through engagement with schools, principals, and other key stakeholders. This is a full-time role based in one of our 11 Regional Education Centres, with preference given to Wellington or Dunedin applicants. You will play a key role in shaping the next generation of primary school teachers, delivering high-quality instruction and supporting students throughout their studies.

What you'll be doing

  • Preparing and delivering course material
  • Assessing student work and providing comprehensive feedback to support their learning and development
  • Supervising student teacher placements and providing mentorship and guidance
  • Developing and updating curriculum materials to ensure content is relevant and up-to-date
  • Participating in programme administration, including student recruitment and retention initiatives
  • Contributing to the broader research and scholarly activities of Te Rito Maioha
  • Developing and building a relationships within the primary sector

What we're looking for

  • A master's degree in Education or higher, with experience teaching and/or mentoring adults
  • Full teacher certification and practicing certificate
  • Recent in-school Primary curriculum experience, with a deep understanding of the teaching and learning process
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students in an online learning environment
  • A commitment to innovative and evidence-based teaching practices, with a focus on student-centred learning
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to the ongoing development of the programme
  • Willingness to engage and contribute to research and publications
  • Knowledge in te reo Māori me ngā Māori is desirable, but support is given to develop in this area

What we offer

At Te Rito Maioha, we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees. You'll have access to a range of professional development opportunities, including funding for research and conference attendance.  We offer a competitive salary, generous annual and study leave provisions as well as wellbeing initiatives.

About us

We are a dynamic bicultural organisation, committed to supporting high-quality primary education through initial teacher education, delivered through blended learning.  With a rich history spanning over 60 years, we are dedicated to supporting the development and education of young children, as well as the professional growth of those who teach them. Our varied programme reflects our commitment to bicultural kaupapa and the best of local and international research and practice.

Apply now

We are looking for staff to be a part of our teaching team for 2026 and will be reviewing and interviewing applications as they are made - so dont hesitate, act now and apply For a confidential discussion please contact

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