Expression of Interest: Adjunct, Built Environment

Expressions of Interest - Adjuncts, Built Environment

Open Polytechnic operates nationwide as the specialist provider of vocational open and distance learning.

Open Polytechnic is seeking Adjuncts (Contractors) to mark (assess) learner assessments for the following courses: 

Please follow the above link to Open Polytechnic's website for more information on this course.

The successful applicant(s) are required:

• Experience in any of the following: Academic Teaching, Marking, Assessment Grading, Assessment/course writing, Course writing, Subject Matter Expert knowledge, Student Supervision and/or Mentoring, Workplace Assessment and/or Mentoring.
• Industry and/or Academic Standard qualifications relevant to Built Environment in residential or commercial properties or Architectural Industries. For instance: Construction Management, Architectural Qualifications/standards; Quantity Surveying.
• Clear concise communication skills.
• Analytical and interpretive reasoning.
• Mature and balanced intelligence.
• Understanding of academic standards.
• Time management skills and ability to keep to deadlines is a must.

Adjunct activities can include the following:

      Mark learner assessments electronically via our Online Marking tool, providing accurate, reliable, and valid assessment that is consistent with the marking schedule, and provide feedback that supports learners in their learning.

      Validate Markers decisions on learner assessments to ensure there has been sufficient evidence against the standard to support and validate the Markers decision.

The successful applicant will have:

• A high standard of written English;
• Subject matter expertise or a relevant qualification in the related discipline;
• Appreciation of New Zealand's cultural context;
• Ability to assess learners in the technical knowledge of the subject area;
• NZ Bank Account and IRD number; and
• Access to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) including internet, computer, and telephone/mobile phone.

Training and access to online tools will be provided. 

This is a contracted Adjunct role which is undertaken part-time and offsite.  Training with regards to Open Polytechnic's expectations will be provided.  Fees payable are competitive and reflect the skills and knowledge required to undertake the Adjunct role.

Please email your CV and a covering letter indicating your interest, academic expertise, and availability to [email protected] .

Expressions of Interest close midday on 8th June 2022.

Notification of successful applicants will commence from week beginning 13th June.