Lecturer, Early Childhood

About the role

The Lecturer, Early Childhood will be expected to actively engage in teaching and student engagement related activities within the discipline of Initial Teacher Education. The Lecturer, Early Childhood will engage in the delivery of courses in the Early Childhood courses offered by Federation University.
Level A
You will:

• undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• undertake research activities;
• prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and other learning sessions; and
• contribute to the administrative functions of the Institute.

Level B
You will:

• undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate, honours and postgraduate students;
• supervise students undertaking project units and honours programs;
• develop, teach, coordinate and moderate units in Early Childhood Education at undergraduate and graduate levels;
• participate in team projects and various committees as required; and
• undertake research activities.

About you
Level A
The Lecturer, Early Childhood Education will work with the support and guidance of more senior academic staff and will be expected to develop their expertise in teaching, research and administration with an increasing degree of autonomy.
You will possess:

• a capacity to teach units in Early Childhood Education;
• a preparedness to undertake research and a capacity to develop an active research profile in the field of Early Childhood Education;
• evidence of an ability to work collegially; and

Level B
The Lecturer, Early Childhood Education will work independently in the conduct of teaching and research activities and be an active contributor to administrative functions within the institute.
You will possess:

• previous experience in academic administration, including the administration of units;
• evidence of research expertise and a demonstrated capacity and preparedness to achieve an active research profile in the field of Early Childhood Education;
• demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communications skills and an ability to relate well to students and other University staff; and
• a capacity to contribute to the supervision of honours students.

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) or VIT card. Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 3 March 2024.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and responses to the key selection criteria
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