Biology Teacher and Paper Coordinator, Pathway | Te Huarahi at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

103641.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Content Update, Learning Material Preparation, Assessment Management, Examination Paper Writing, Overseeing Marking, Final Exam Reporting, Teaching Diverse Learners, Upholding Values, Tikanga, Kawa, Traditions

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO PATHWAY | TE HUARAHI About Us | Mō Mātou Located in the heart of Dunedin’s vibrant campus, the University of Otago Pathway department welcomes learners from across Aotearoa and around the world. We deliver high quality university preparation programmes within a supportive, inclusive, and culturally rich environment. Our programmes provide the foundational skills for students to prepare them for degree-level study. Students may study any one of the four academic streams which align with the four University of Otago academic divisions: • Business/Commerce • Health Science • Arts/Humanities • Science/Applied Science/Life Science. Our wonderful team is collaborative, passionate, and committed to helping students succeed. The Role | Te Mahi We are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher to join our Pathway team to deliver the Level 4 Biology curriculum. As a Pathway Teacher and Paper Coordinator, you will update curriculum content, prepare learning materials, manage assessments, write examination papers, oversee marking, and complete final exam reporting. You will also engage with teaching practices that support Māori and Pasifika learners and align with the University of Otago’s strategic frameworks. Māori and Pacific candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively influence learners’ study journeys. Skills and Experience | Kā Pūkeka me Kā Wheako You will hold a higher level discipline related qualification and/or teaching qualification, along with experience teaching at tertiary or secondary level. Confidence working with diverse learners is important and previous experience teaching international students will be an advantage. Equally important is a commitment to upholding values, tikanga, kawa and traditions as guided by Ngāi Tahu, who hold mana whenua in the region. This role is ideal for an energetic and creative educator who is passionate about making a difference and contributing meaningfully to their discipline. Further details | Pūroko This is a full-time (1FTE), permanent position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The salary range for this position is $75,727 to $103,641 per annum. Top of the range is $111,197. We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75%25 superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. Specific enquiries may be emailed to Garry Chronican, Director Pathway, via the contact details below. Application | Tono Candidates are requested to submit the following: • A CV. • A Cover Letter. • Three referee contact details, including telephone number and email address. To submit your application please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600460 will close on Sunday, 22 March 2026. Additional Information Contact: Garry Chronican Position details: Information Statement Guidelines for Academic Positions: Guidelines Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering the Level 4 Biology curriculum, updating content, preparing materials, managing assessments, writing examination papers, overseeing marking, and completing final exam reporting. The teacher will also engage with teaching practices supporting Māori and Pasifika learners.