Accounting Teacher

Job Description

Accounting Teacher 
Location: Auckland CBD
Full-time | Permanent | UPIC Auckland CBD

About the Role:

UP International College New Zealand (UPIC) is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Accounting Teacher to join our academic team in Auckland CBD. 

In this role, you'll play an important part in preparing international students for their next steps into university study. You'll deliver engaging Accounting lessons that bring financial concepts to life, encourage critical thinking and help students develop the practical skills and understanding needed for future academic success. 

As part of our academic team, you'll have the opportunity to share your subject expertise, collaborate with passionate educators and contribute to a supportive learning environment that helps students achieve their academic goals. 

Some of your key responsibilities will include: 

• Delivering engaging, interactive and high-quality Accounting lessons that cater to students with varying levels of knowledge and experience. 

• Developing lesson plans, teaching materials and assessments that align with programme objectives and learning outcomes. 

• Helping students understand and apply key accounting principles, financial concepts and analytical skills. 

• Assessing student performance and providing meaningful, constructive feedback to support their academic development. 

• Monitoring student progress and identifying opportunities to provide additional learning support where needed. 

• Creating a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation and engagement. 

• Incorporating digital tools and innovative teaching approaches to enhance the learning experience. 

• Collaborating with colleagues to share best practices, strengthen programme delivery and contribute to ongoing academic improvements. 

• Providing academic guidance and pastoral support to help students successfully navigate their pathway to university.

Qualifications

About You:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about education, confident in their Accounting knowledge and enjoys making complex concepts easy to understand. 

You'll be a supportive and adaptable educator who can connect with students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, encourage curiosity and create a learning environment where students feel confident to participate and succeed. 

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a closely related discipline. 

• Previous teaching experience at secondary or tertiary level, ideally within Accounting or a related subject area. 

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and other core accounting concepts. 

• The ability to deliver engaging lessons and communicate technical information in a clear and accessible way. 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. 

• A flexible and student-centred approach to teaching, with the ability to support different learning styles and abilities. 

• A collaborative mindset and a genuine commitment to supporting student achievement. 

• Experience teaching or working with international students would be advantageous. 

• Current Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand registration is preferred. Candidates holding a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT) will also be considered. 

• Experience, qualifications or subject knowledge in other Business-related areas, such as Economics, Finance, Business Studies, Management or related disciplines, would be advantageous, particularly for candidates who are comfortable contributing to the delivery of additional subjects where required. 

Additional Information

Why work with us  

Join a leading pathway provider as part of our top-notch faculty. Our faculty is passionate about teaching and is committed to delivering an engaging, efficient, and effective curriculum.  

• Academically focused role   

• Rapidly growing and well-established school with 26 years of presence in the market   

• Help shape the future of the college! 

To Apply: 

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role. Suitable candidates will be contacted as applications are received.

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.