Copy of Team Leader- Technology Programmes (Online)

Who are we?

At Yoobee Colleges, we believe learning should be defined by the exceptional. New Zealand’s largest specialist creative and technology college; we’ve been fuelling 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.

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

To find out more about us, please visit https://www.yoobee.ac.nz/

The Online Team Leader – Technology Programmes is responsible for leading and supporting a team of online tutors delivering technology-related programmes . This role ensures high-quality academic delivery, student engagement and team performance across the online learning environments.

The Team Leader acts as the first point of contact for academic staff, provides coaching and mentoring, collaborates with academic and campus leadership to maintain delivery standards and drives continuous improvement in the learning experience.

This is a fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere within New Zealand!

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Academic Support

• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to online tutors delivering technology programmes.
• Monitor tutor performance and engagement, offering regular feedback, coaching and support.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to share updates, best practices and address challenges.
• Support onboarding, training and professional development of new and existing team members.
• Effectively implement the Operating Rhythm with your team.

Programme Delivery & Quality Assurance

• Ensure programmes are delivered in alignment with approved curriculum and online delivery standards.
• Collaborate with Faculty Leader and Learning Designers to ensure programme content and assessments remain relevant and engaging.
• Ensure moderation and annual programme reviews are completed.
• Ensure Yoobee Colleges Policies and Procedures are followed in programme delivery.
• Support implementation of programme updates, assessment swaps and LMS changes.

Student Success & Engagement

• Monitor student progress, engagement, logins and outcomes across allocated programmes.
• Support tutors in responding to complex student queries, pastoral concerns or academic escalations.
• Work with Online Learning Support to identify and intervene early to assist at-risk learners.

• Promote inclusive and accessible teaching strategies, especially for neurodiverse and priority group learners.
• Act as a liaison between tutors, the Online Campus Manager, faculty leadership and support teams.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to enhance online teaching practices, learner experience, and team effectiveness.
• Support projects, innovations, and reviews of tools or teaching approaches relevant to online technology education.
• Champion a culture of professional learning and digital capability development within the team.

Required:

• Relevant qualification (e.g., Bachelor's in IT, Computer Science, or related field).
• At least 2–3 years experience in tertiary education, preferably in online delivery.
• 3-5 years leadership experience within an academic or education environment.
• Strong understanding of online learning pedagogy, digital tools and LMS platforms.

Desirable:

• Teaching or adult education qualification (e.g., Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching).
• Experience working with neurodiverse learners or inclusive teaching practices.
Familiarity with NZQA standards and vocational education sector.


• Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Digital fluency and adaptability
• Student-centered approach to teaching and learning
• Solution-focused mindset and ability to manage competing priorities
• Culturally responsive and inclusive practice

Why work with us?

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.

• Be a part of NZ’s Largest specialist creative & technology college
• Rewarding opportunity to support students in their journey pursuing creative and tech industries
• Strong commitment to your professional growth & development
• Amazing work culture that is highly collaborative and supportive

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work at UP Education, ensuring we’re attracting 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.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting 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.