Professional Teaching Fellow - part-time - 5 month fixed term - July - November 2025

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science brings together 10 diverse schools and departments to provide outstanding quality teaching and research opportunities. Being the leading science Faculty in New Zealand and is one of the largest in Australasia, it undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students' study in our schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers.  We strive to provide a Faculty that reflects the demographics of our student base and Aotearoa. Our staff and students can connect with our: Rainbow and Women in Science networks, Parenting support, our Waipapa Marae and our flagship Tuākana Māori and Pacific support programme

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The Waipapa Taumata Rau University of Auckland Tertiary Foundation Programme (TFC) is a one-year university bridging programme which teaches under-prepared young adults so they may undertake degree studies in the following year. One of the subjects taught is Mathematics which is spread over five different courses, depending on the mathematics experiences that a student enters the TFC programme with. The teaching position involves teaching bridging mathematics and statistics, where the successful candidate will teach two courses over the five months that include Semester Two 2025.

Firstly, the successful candidate will teach one stream of the course, TFC Maths 90F, at the City Campus. TFC Maths 90F covers number and its operations, proportional reasoning, measurement, and introductory algebra, to students who have not been successful in their earlier learning of mathematics. TFC Maths 90F will be offered at these times in the City Campus:

• MON 2pm-3pm; THURS 12pm-2pm; FRI 9am-11am

The second course is TFC Statistics 92F offered in a student’s second semester of their bridging year, to prepare them for entry into the Stage One Statistics 10X suite of courses at the University. TFC Statistics 92F will be offered at these times at Te Tai Tonga (Manukau) Campus:

• TUES 4pm-6pm; THURS 4pm-6pm.

The role will also include marking and meeting with students one-to-one. You will be part of a larger team teaching these courses, and the tests and other assessments will be written by the Course Coordinators. The ideal candidate is someone who has teaching experience in a New Zealand secondary school, and who can relate well to young adult learners and their variable prior learning experiences. The position is 0.5 FTE (half time) which includes traveling time between the two campuses.

The role is a 5-month fixed term, part-time role (20 hours per week) from July - November 2025

The remuneration is between $ 100,696 - $ 121,897 (pro-rated) per annum dependent on skills and experience.

More information about this role is available in the Position Description 

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be considered for this role it is essential that you have a relevant postgraduate qualification in or progressing towards postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., sciences, social sciences or IT).

• BSc/BA or above in Mathematics or Statistics or a relevant discipline
• Teaching qualifications -MEd/MSc or above in a relevant discipline
• Teaching learners from a diverse range of backgrounds, learning backgrounds and abilities
• Ability to collaboratively discuss computational and research problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional documentation for various audiences, and to tailor discussions to the needs of both technical and non-technical research audiences
• Proven outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain excellent attention to detail/accuracy
• Ability to motivate, enthuse, and inspire students
• Collegiality and ability to work well in a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
•  Ability to innovate and willingness to use new technology.
•  Demonstrated innovation in learning technologies and teaching strategies

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 25th May 2025 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to the Steven Galbraith (Head of Department • Science) via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

 

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz