The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
- Use your teaching expertise to create inclusive and equitable learning environments
- Shape the next generation of teachers through contemporary, practice-focused education
- Two positions available to start in January 2027, part-time (0.6–0.8 FTE), on a two-year fixed-term basis in Hobart and Burnie
About the opportunity The Associate Lecturer in Education (Practitioner) is a highly skilled educator who contributes to the design, development and delivery of high-quality, practice-focused curriculum within the Change2Teaching pilot program, the Master of Teaching program, and the School of Education more broadly. This role supports a place-based university vision by delivering contemporary, industry-relevant learning experiences that enhance student outcomes and contribute to the intellectual, social and cultural future of Tasmania.
What you’ll do:
- Contribute to the design and development of units, including preparation of unit outlines and teaching materials.
- Deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, consultations and other learning activities.
- Contribute to the development of student assessment tasks and supporting materials.
- Assess student work and provide appropriate feedback in line with University standards.
- Support student academic welfare, including identifying needs and referring students to appropriate services.
What we’re looking for:
- A minimum Master level degree in Education with school experience, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and professional experience in education.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering and supporting high quality teaching and learning.
- Experience designing or contributing to curriculum and assessment aligned with learning outcomes.
- Ability to adapt teaching approaches to suit different learning styles and delivery modes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Salary details Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125,877 comprising base salary within the range of $83,198 to $107,587 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
- Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
- For further information about this position, please contact Mary Ann Hunter, Associate Professor,
[email protected]
- Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Position Description - 504223 - Change2Teaching - Education Teaching Practitioner.pdf Applications close Sunday, 4 October 2026, 11.55pm
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or Recent Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
📌 Change2Teaching - Education Teaching Practitioner (Tasmania)
🏢 University of Tasmania
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