Teacher Fellowships

This Scheme, funded by the Government and administered by the Royal Society of New Zealand, offers primary, intermediate and secondary teachers the opportunity to improve their teaching through experience in technological, scientific or social sciences practice.

During their fellowship, teachers fully immerse themselves into the discovery of knowledge or the transformation of it into useful products or systems and, as a consequence, become more skilled in the communication of sciences and technology.

Whatever they do, the evidence shows that the teachers return to the classroom rejuvenated and inspired. They pass that inspiration and enthusiasm on to their students.

There are currently two types of Teacher Fellowships. All place teachers into a research/technology environment, however they differ in their eligibility, length of Fellowship and overall focus

• Awarded Teacher Fellowship
  A one year Fellowship in which the teacher designs their own project and identifies their own host organisation. The Awarded Teacher Fellowship Scheme gives teachers the opportunity to gain practical experience and up to date knowledge by working on a project of their own design in the areas of science, mathematics and technology.  During the year-long release from school, teachers work with a host organisation who will support and mentor the teacher, assisting them to achieve the goals of their project. If you have been teaching for 5 or more years and are keen to gain a better understanding of how science, mathematics and technology are applied outside of the classroom, this may be the fellowship for you...more

• Primary Science Teacher Fellowships
  A six month fellowship designed to create potential science curriculum leaders in the primary sector. This is done through placement for 6 months in a scientific organisation learning how science is applied outside of schools, intensive curriculum support and leadership training. This is a fellowship which aims to create potential curriculum leaders in Science for the primary sector.  If you have been teaching for 3 or more years, have an interest in up-skilling in science, and are keen to undertake a leadership role in your school in Science education, this may be the fellowship for you...more