Academic Staff Member - Degree Lead Māori ITE/ECE

Tēnā koe. Nau mai ki te Kuratini Tuwhera.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We're looking for a passionate educator to join our team in an academic delivery role, teaching Te Tiriti o Waitangi within our education programmes. You'll oversee curriculum across initial teacher education, ECE degree and diploma programmes, delivered through our online platform. In addition, you'll provide valuable in-person support to ākonga during their practicum placements and noho marae-based learning experiences, helping them grow and succeed in their educational journey.

Reporting to the Programme Delivery Manager, you will be joining a collaborative team of Academic Staff Members who teach across the Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) and the Graduate Diplomas in Teaching (Primary and Secondary), contributing to a dynamic and supportive learning environment.

This role is based from our Lower Hutt campus.

As an Academic Staff Member, you will:

• Deliver courses in the Open Distance Flexible Learning (ODFL) modality, using interactive technologies and adhering to best practice standards for online learning.
• Act as a curriculum advisor, providing feedback on course materials and assessments to ensure quality and relevance.
• Employ innovative technologies and interactive teaching strategies to effectively facilitate ākonga learning.
• Offer targeted, subject-specific support to ākonga to deepen their understanding and academic success.
• Collaborate within a dynamic team environment, working alongside contracted markers, student mentors, and fellow teaching staff.
• Provide feedback to Programme Delivery Managers on course and programme delivery to support continuous improvement.

Ngā hua o tō tomo mai ki a mātou | Why you should join our team

At Open Polytechnic, we're proud to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through accessible education. Here are just a few reasons our team enjoys working here:

• A purpose-driven organisation that transforms lives through learning
• A culture that values work-life balance and wellbeing
• Hybrid work options - split your time between our Lower Hutt campus and home
• Free on-site car parking
• Subsidised school holiday programmes for your children
• Free fitness classes to support your health and wellbeing
• Great coffee at our on-site café

Ngā pūkenga mo te tūnga | What you will bring to the role

• You're passionate about making a real impact in the lives of everyday people, helping them achieve their educational goals and dreams.
• Like our ākonga, you strive for excellence and take pride in the quality of your work. We'd love to hear from you if you have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:
• A background in education, with experience mentoring teachers
• Knowledge of Mātauranga Māori, a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and some proficiency in Te Reo me ōna tikanga Māori
• A current Teaching Council practising certificate
• A relevant postgraduate qualification at Level 8 or above
• High-level skills in using computer-based applications
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong judgement, flexibility, self-motivation, and responsiveness

Mō mātou | About us

The Kuratini Tuwhera is Aotearoa New Zealand's leading provider of distance and online learning. We specialise in bringing education to our students, supporting the success of approximately 30,000 learners each year.

At Open Polytechnic, you'll be part of an organisation where your work truly makes a difference.

We offer a wide range of programmes—from Real Estate to Social Work, Construction, and Education. Whether you're part of our Academic Staff or our Student Journey Centre, our ākonga are at the heart of everything we do.

We're proud of our kaimahi and deeply value the contributions of every team member.

Tono mai | Apply now

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Applications must be submitted online via our career's website. For any questions about the role, contact [email protected]

Applications close 11 pm on 19 August 2025.

Noho ora mai. Tēnā koe.