Senior School Kapa Haka Tutor

Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to : 0.2, Start Date : 27 / 01 / 2026, End Date : 09 / 12 / 2026 (Project based)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Resource teacher

Te reo Maori

We are seeking an inspiring, culturally grounded Kapa Haka tutor to lead and grow our Senior School Kapa Haka programme (Y7–13).

This part-time role offers a special opportunity to ignite a passion for Maori performing arts, fostering confidence, teamwork, and pride in cultural identity through waiata, haka, poi, and tikanga Maori.

Term 1, the hours will be approximately 15 hours per week.

Terms 2–4, the role will be 2-3 hours per week.

The biggest event of the year is ASB Polyfest in Term 1, with several school and community performances throughout the year to prepare for.

Mo te turanga | About the role

tutor Kapa Haka across the senior school, nurturing students' performance skills and cultural understanding.

plan and deliver engaging, authentic sessions that bring Te Reo Maori, tikanga, and matauranga to life.

prepare students for Polyfest and school events with strong leadership and organisation.

collaborate with staff, whanau, and Te Whare Huia (the Maori Department) to strengthen cultural programmes and connections.

coordinate performance logistics, including piupiu, uniforms, props, and rehearsals.

experience tutoring Kapa Haka or Maori performing arts in a school or community setting.

strong knowledge of tikanga Maori, kawa, and Te Reo Maori.

inspirational leadership and communication skills, with a genuine love for working with rangatahi.

a collaborative spirit and commitment to fostering cultural pride and belonging.

a teaching qualification (preferred but not essential).

$75 per hour

supportive and passionate Maori department (Te Whare Huia) with six kaiako Maori

a warm, inclusive school culture that values Matauranga Maori

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to :

Physical address : Clyde Street, Epsom, Auckland

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