Kaiako - English

Job Description 2 x positions

Fixed Term (January - December

Full time FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week)

Can be based in one of the follow Southern Region Te Kura tari (office) - Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown Kaiako | Teacher – English

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 English to join our Southernregion, based either in our Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown 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 English 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.

E hiahia ana koe ki te mohio ano?

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If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email ?? Applications close at

• pm on Friday 7 November