Senior Lecturer - Early Childhood EducationHybrid

About the Role

The Senior Lecturer plays a key leadership role in delivering and continuously improving the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education at Acknowledge Education. They ensure high-quality, compliant program delivery in line with ACECQA and TEQSA standards, while also fostering student success and engagement. This role includes mentoring academic staff and promoting best practices in teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Design, deliver and maintain engaging, up-to-date course materials and assessments in line with learning outcomes and academic standards.
• Provide high-quality teaching, timely feedback, and ongoing academic support to students across various delivery modes.
• Monitor student progress, identify those at risk, and implement appropriate support and interventions.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of results and maintain compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to course quality through moderation, assessment reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support broader academic functions including RPL applications, student interviews, and orientation activities.
• Actively participate in professional development, teaching evaluations, and collaborative academic meetings.
• Uphold professional standards, provide academic leadership where required, and report any conduct, safety, or operational concerns as appropriate.

About You

•  A post-graduate qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• Have at least two (2) FTE years post-qualification relevant industry experience, specifically related to Early Childhood Education.
• Be prepared to undertake at least 20 hours of continued professional development each year.
• A strong understanding of theory and practice in the relevant discipline.

Desirable

• Completion, or enrolment in PhD is desirable.
• Relevant tertiary teaching experience with demonstrated teaching achievements and results.
• The ability to improve teaching methods and the ability and willingness to use technology or other innovative strategies for teaching and learning and for engaging students.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills and the ability and willingness to contribute to professional collaborations and academic administration. 

Why work with us

• Opportunities to grow within the organization
• $1,500 professional development allowance
• Incredibly committed and supportive team of student-centric professionals
• Flexibility to work from home during non-teaching hours (For Academic staff)
• Be part of a fast-growing organization working in an agile environment
• Acknowledge education is part of UP Education group – Be part of a leading education provider: https://www.up.education/

Join the Acknowledge Education Team: Igniting Potential, Fostering Growth!

Acknowledge Education is a leading training provider with campuses throughout Australia offering a variety of courses in a range of industries such as health, community services, social work, business, civil construction and hospitality. In our 139-year history in education, we remain true to our mission to stay a challenging, relevant and creative leader in the education industry

True to our name, we acknowledge and celebrate the unique aspirations and achievements of every student. From our roots as an English language school in Victoria, ​we've evolved into a national academic powerhouse, with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane educating over 6,000 students every year.​ 

To find out more about us, please visit https://www.acknowledgeeducation.edu.au/about-us/  

To Apply: 

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.