Curriculum Advisor - Maori Medium

OverviewCurriculum Advisor - Maori Medium at Ministry of Education New Zealand.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in Porirua, NZ.ResponsibilitiesProvide advice to leadership teams and kaiako on implementing curriculum, assessment and aromatawai changes with a whole-of-kura approach.Support all learners who study through te reo Maori to implement the updated Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, building effective practices for quality teaching and learning.Support professional learning to develop kaiako pedagogical content knowledge for Rangaranga Reo a Ta and Pangarau and other priorities as appropriate.Provide kaiako with advice and access to quality resources to strengthen teaching, assessment and aromatawai knowledge, practice and skills.Work within a regional team using the Curriculum Advisory Service to support kura-wide curriculum development and change, including Te Marautanga o Aotearoa.Qualifications and capabilitiesFluent te reo Maori speaker with strong curriculum language use.Deep understanding of bilingualism, te ao Maori, tikanga, and matauranga Maori.Effective curriculum design expertise and working knowledge of Maori Medium Education teaching; track record of improved outcomes for diverse communities is an advantage.Strong understanding of assessment and aromatawai and how it guides quality teaching and learning.Strong knowledge of the science of learning and effective teaching practices for a knowledge-rich curriculum.Experience in whole-school curriculum planning and change management; ability to support professional change in education settings.Pedagogical depth and ability to build others' knowledge; please state your area of pedagogical expertise in your application.Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships, with interpersonal, facilitation, and diplomacy skills; able to lead, motivate, and coach kaiako, teachers and leaders to build capability and implement change.Full NZ driver licence and willingness to travel.Willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.About our groupTe Mahau are frontline groups providing leadership and integrated services to the sector, including learning support, education advice, and regulation functions for kohanga, schools, kura and early learning services.

We work regionally with iwi and hapu and aim to strengthen relationships with diverse communities to support Maori and Pacific peoples, disabled learners, and learners from disadvantaged backgrounds.Are you ready to make a difference?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the "apply" button.

Please include your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and diverse perspectives.Applications close at midnight – Monday, 13 October 2025.For further information, contact Te Rangipai Renata, Manager, Practice and Performance at

• range : $100,296 - $121,490 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.

The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary reflecting individual skills and experience.

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