Unitec Looking for Casual Lecturers (English Language) x 4 at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

• Casual relief teaching
• You will teach on our NZCEL Programmes
• You will be located at our Mt Albert campus

2023 is proving to be a big year for Language Studies at Unitec. International students are returning and our number of NZCEL cohorts is increasing. In Language Studies we teach NZCEL3 General right through to NZCEL5 with most of our students moving into mainstream study at Unitec or other Institutes once they have finished their English study.

Kia hiwa rā!

At Unitec – part of Te Pukenga, we’re passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

Language Studies has a vacancy for a number of casual Lecturers to teach English in our New Zealand Certificate in English Language Programmes (NZCEL). We are particularly interested in teachers who have experience at teaching NZCEL from Levels 3 General to Level 5. This position is to cover staff sickness. You may be offered more hours if there is demand.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the position.

Please note: the position description attached to this role is for permanent lecturers, you will not be asked to complete research. We just simply need you to teach. Be available to cover teaching in the event of staff sickness

He kōrero mōu: About you

You will be someone who has experience in teaching English in NZ and/or overseas and have a wide understanding of the requirements of the NZCEL qualification. You may also have evidence of working with systems and coordinating English language programmes within a Tertiary environment. You will need to have a genuine passion for student success. You’ll be naturally engaging and approachable and enjoys collaborating with others.

You’ll Have

• A CELTA / DELTA or equivalent teaching qualification
• A bachelor’s degree
• A proven track record of teaching NZCEL or a similar Academic English qualification, particularly at the higher levels
• A commitment to academic and professional development goals
• An understanding or desire to learn Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of Kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments

Desirable

• A knowledge of e Learning platforms, such as Moodle, tools, and approaches
• Some experience of teaching online
• An understanding of Tertiary education Quality assurance processes, i.e., moderation, course evaluation and reporting
• A desire to be involved in Te Pukenga’s Unification of NZCEL and the qualification review.

Tā mātau rourou: What we offer

You will be working with a close-knit team and collaborating with others across Unitec /Te Pūkenga giving you plenty of opportunities to get to know the wider group and put your name to significant and meaningful work. You will have the chance to make your mark here and we will support you and celebrate your successes along the way.

Tono mai: How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.

Click APPLY. Application will close on 29th of May 2023 at 17:00.

Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply

Unitec – part of Te Pukenga is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.