Foundation Lecturer (Literacy)

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• Part-time role : 0.4 FTE (13.6 hours per week)
• Fixed term until October

The School of Health & Counselling is seeking a skilled Literacy Lecturer to support our NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways programme, which serves as a bridging pathway into Nursing and Health programmes.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching in bridging or foundation programmes and a strong understanding of literacy concepts contextualised to health sciences.

We are looking for a highly motivated person with a passion for teaching excellence.

A tertiary teaching qualification at Level 5 or NCALE (vocational) will be beneficial.

About you

If you are passionate about tertiary education, sharing your knowledge, and are confident relating to a diverse group of people, you will fit right in.

Responsibilities

Work with the teaching team to support delivery of Literacy component of the programme.

Plan and deliver courses using effective teaching methods and materials appropriate to the students and aligned with the programme document.

Embed health-science content in Literacy courses.

Ensure all assessments, marking, feedback, moderation, and reassessment are completed as per the programme document and MIT policies and guidelines.

Facilitate interactive teaching sessions both in class and online.

Provide necessary academic and pastoral support to learners.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, and / or health-related science.

Graduate diploma in education is preferred.

Relevant discipline-based practice.

Adult teaching qualification at level 5 or above.

Experience in teaching and / or mentoring adults.

Experience working with diverse groups of people.

Excellent communication, time-management, and organisational skills.

Experience in teaching and assessment of students.

Culture

We are committed to creating and maintaining a culturally sensitive work environment in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

"Kua herea matou ki te whai i te tuturutanga o Te Tiriti O Waitangi."

How to Apply

For a copy of the job description or to apply, press the Apply Now button.

For further information, contact Shallu Tokas, People and Culture,

Applications will be reviewed as they come in and interviews may commence prior to the close date Sunday, 30th November

Depending on the quality of applications for this role, the closing date for applications may be brought forward.

So don't delay, apply now!

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