Vacancies

Short-term positions are available annually for experienced teachers and student teachers to work with our team.

Opportunities are now available for Student Markers - apply below.

Student Markers

Applications open 9th September for Dunedin-based Student Markers

21st October - 22nd November 2024 (finishing date dependent on work available)

During July to September 2024, students from 160 randomly selected schools throughout New Zealand are participating in the Curriculum Insights and Progress Study. The purpose of the study is to get a broad picture of New Zealand student achievement at year 3, year 6 and year 8 levels. This year the learning areas of Mathematics and Science are being assessed, as well as exploring contextual factors that influence students' achievement.

The Study is seeking student teachers who:

• are currently working towards a teaching degree or equivalent;
• have current curriculum knowledge and understanding in the areas being assessed - Mathematics and Science;
• have knowledge of the capabilities of students at primary/intermediate level; and
• are able to follow procedures and work systematically, with careful attention to detail.

Job Description

Student Markers work in pairs and individually to mark assessment tasks against established marking criteria. The marking involves making judgements about students' work from videos and written scripts. Training and moderation of marking is undertaken throughout under the guidance of experienced staff.

Term of Appointment:

Monday 21st October - Friday 22nd November (finishing date dependent on work available).
Note: Marking will not be held on 28 October (public holiday).

Hours of Work:

9.00am - 3.30pm (half hour unpaid break for lunch)

Location:

Education and Resource Centre
Room EG4, College of Education
157 Union Street East, Dunedin

Remuneration:

$27.77 per hour (before tax), plus 8% holiday pay

To Apply:

Please click on the link below and complete the online form. It is not necessary to provide a CV. However, please upload a statement (Word or PDF) outlining your suitability for the position and motivation for applying.

Further Information

Freephone: 0800 808 561

Applications will close: Monday 30th September 2024

Notification: Applicants will be notified by email that their application has been received. Applicants will be notified of appointment decisions no later than Tuesday 8th October 2024.

Teacher Markers

Applications for Dunedin-based Teacher Markers have now closed.

Applicants will be notified of appointment decisions by 23 September 2024.

Teacher Researchers

Applications for 2024 have closed.

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Teacher Researchers are a vital part of our team. They do the important work of traveling from school to school, in pairs, to collect achievement information. They work with small groups of students on a variety of assessment tasks. These include rich curriculum tasks, computer based tasks, paper and pencil assessments, performance activities, interviews and questionnaires. The tasks are engaging and students enjoy working with our team.

Each year we focus on different learning areas and we aim to recruit teachers with relevant strengths.

Teacher Researchers value the experience of working with us and enjoy visiting a range of schools. Many find the experience is a rewarding opportunity for professional development.

Teacher Researchers generally join us for ten weeks during Term 3 of the school year. Their engagement begins with a five-day training programme. They work within their home region as much as possible, but travel is often required and we make all the arrangements needed. Teachers are either seconded to us from their current employer, or employed on fixed-term contracts.