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Kaiako - Years 1-10Te Kura Pounamu • Waikato, Auckland, New Zealand
Kaiako - Years 1-10

Kaiako - Years 1-10

Te Kura Pounamu • Waikato, Auckland, New Zealand
13 days ago
Job description

Job Description 1 x Position Fixed Term (January - July

  • ) Full time FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week) or part time available Based in either our Hamilton, Rotorua or Tauranga Te Kura tari (office) Kaiako | Teacher – Years 1 - 10 Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our akonga are always at the centre of what we do.

For more than a century, we've supported learners across Aotearoa — evolving from lessons once delivered on horseback to today's future focused learning that can be done anywhere, anytime.

Akonga at Te Kura choose subjects based on their passions and interests, accessing learning online supported by kaiako who guide, inspire, and drive engagement.

Alongside this, kaiako provide pastoral care and connect with akonga through regular huinga ako — online or face to face — where learners connect, receive guidance, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this position We're looking for a dedicated kaiako with expertise in Years 1 - 10 to join our Te Kahui Hauauru region, based in either our Hamilton, Rotorua or Tauranga tari (office).

In this role you will : Support akonga to engage deeply in learning that is aligned with their goals, passions and interests.

Facilitate regular huinga ako (online and face-to-face) to provide pastoral care, connection, and personalised learning Provide constructive feedback and feedforward on akonga learning Collaborate with colleagues and whanau to create flexible, engaging learning experiences Have a genuine interest in learning and embracing te reo Maori, with a commitment to growing your skills Ko koe tenei | About you You will bring : New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate Strong knowledge of the Years 1 - 10 curriculum and assessment practices A calm, inclusive, and supportive approach to teaching and pastoral care Confidence using digital tools to connect with learners Enthusiasm for collaborative, values driven teaching Nga Uara o Te Kura | Our Values At Te Kura, we live by our values : Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging Tika — acting fairly and honestly Akonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make Hei whakautu | In return You'll join a supportive, inclusive team where manaaki and whanaungatanga guide how we work.

We offer flexible working options, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference for akonga across Aotearoa.

If you're ready to bring our values to life and support learners in meaningful ways, we'd love to hear from you.

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply Applications must be submitted through our careers portal.

Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

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