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University of Otago
Teaching Fellow - School of Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences
Dunedin
FULL TIME
October 20, 2024
TE KURA PARA-WHAKAWAI
Who we are/Ko wai mātou
Kura Para-Whakawai at the University of Otago/ Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has a long-standing international reputation as a leader in education, research and community service. Since 2017, the QS World University rankings place Otago in the top 15 institutions globally and New Zealand’s leading university for sport and exercise related subjects.
We are committed to working closely with iwi and Māori organisations, and mātauraka Māori has become an integral part of teaching and research across the institution. We especially value our relationship with Kāi Tahu, the mana whenua within their takiwā of Te Waipounamu, and the University’s principal Treaty partner. We particularly welcome applications from Māori and Pasifika scholars.
Our School offers three majors: BSc Physical Education, Activity & Health; BSc Sport & Exercise Science and BSc/BA in Sport Development & Management.
The role/Te mahi
We invite applications for a 0.6 FTE Teaching Fellow, to provide teaching support to the practicums and placements offered in SPEX 316/516.
This paper offers 3rd year students and postgraduate students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge gained from papers taken in the first two years of their degree in real-world Physical Education, Sport & Exercise settings. Its aim is to develop professional skills, knowledge and judgement through a supervised setting.
- Supporting the design, content and where appropriate, delivery of practicums offered.
- Having oversight over assessment criteria and involvement in marking student written assignments and verbal presentations.
- Liaising with academic and placement supervisors to discuss student progress.
- Pastoral care of students in the paper.
- Potential to supervise placement students.
- Engaging with community organisations to explore placement/practicum opportunities.
- Contributing to the effective and efficient running of the School and its responsibilities within the University and wider community.
- Promoting the School’s efforts to understand and realise the letter and the spirit of the University’s Māori Strategic Framework, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- At a minimum an undergraduate qualification in an area related to physical education, sport and exercise science.
- Experience of effective teaching, or student support in a school or tertiary education setting or supporting the delivery of community-based physical education, sport & exercise opportunities.
- Excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to upholding values, tikanga, kawa and traditions, as guided by Kāi Tahu who are mana whenua in the region.
- A New Zealand driver’s licence.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
Collaboration and collegiality are important values in the School, and we seek a colleague who can work with staff to provide applied teaching and learning experiences that deliver excellent student outcomes and experiences.
Further details/Pūroko
Equity and inclusion underpin the School’s culture, and we value the benefits that diversity brings to our work and our community. We are committed to our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the University’s Pae Tata, Māori, Pacific and Sustainability Strategic Frameworks.
This is a permanent, part time (0.6 FTE / 22.5 hour) position, located in Otepōti, Dunedin.
Flexible working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate. Expected start date is January 2025.
The appointment range for a Teaching Fellow (TFP1) is $70,692 to $82,008 (pro rata) per annum. The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate step on this scale based on qualifications and experience.
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check.
Specific enquiries regarding the role can be directed to Associate Professor Elaine Hargreaves, Dean, School of Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences, via the contact details.
Application/Tono
Applications quoting reference number 2401625 will close on Sunday, 10 November 2024.
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