Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, recognised internationally for our research, teaching excellence, and strong connections with our communities.

Te Pūtahi Mātauranga | The Faculty of Arts and Education is Aotearoa’s leading centre for humanities, social sciences, Indigenous studies, creative arts, teaching and education, social practice, sport, health and physical education. The faculty is home to a wide range of disciplines and a vibrant community of staff and students. It offers students opportunities to think critically, explore creatively, and engage deeply with ideas that shape our world.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood to join our School of Education and Social Practice. In this role, you will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervise research theses, and undertake supervision/assessment of student teachers on practicum. You will also be encouraged to pursue your own research within early childhood and to contribute to collaborative projects across the school, faculty, and university

You’ll join a collegial and research-active Early Years Hub, home to initiatives that promote innovative teaching and impactful scholarship in early childhood, such as the Early Childhood Seminar Series, the The First Years Ngā Tau Tuatahi, and the Centre for Global Childhoods.

This is a full time (40 hours per week), permanent position. 
The remuneration range for this role is between $97,831 - $142,883, depending on skills and experience.

For more information about this role, please refer to the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You’ll be a registered and fully certificated teacher (NZ Teaching Council) with a PhD in education, psychology, or a related field. You’ll bring experience teaching in higher education, a developing research profile, and a strong commitment to research-led early childhood teaching.

You Will Also Demonstrate:

• A passion for supporting student success across diverse backgrounds
• Excellent communication and relational skills
• An ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines
• Understanding of or experience working with Māori and/or Pacific communities in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in teaching and research

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.

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

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

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of 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 01 November 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

If you have any questions about this role please get in touch with Shareen Sapsworth via s.sapsworth@auckland.ac.nz. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information

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