Learning Area Lead – Te Ao Maori

Wellington East Girls' College Wellington

Learning area lead – Te Ao Maori

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

Te reo Maori

Wellington East Girls' College is a diverse school with an established reputation for student engagement and success in and out of the classroom.

At WEGC we have a focus on learners living our school values, following 'The East Way' and our 'Classroom Kawa' of routines and rituals in the classroom.

We work collectively as a staff to support our learners and classroom practice.

We are seeking an exceptional and inspiring Te Ao Maori learning area lead to join our vibrant kura.

This is a unique opportunity to lead the learning area, drive excellent and equitable outcomes for our akonga, and provide school-wide cultural leadership.

As the Te Ao Maori learning area lead, you will be responsible for :

Leading the learning area, ensuring the design and delivery of a responsive, engaging, and pedagogically sound curriculum.

Guiding our kura in giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and supporting the development of te reo and Tikanga Maori for staff and students.

Providing cultural guidance and support across the school

Being a key point of contact for our Maori community.

You will be a fully registered teacher in New Zealand with :

Demonstrated fluency in te reo Maori, with the pedagogical content knowledge to teach te reo Maori to NCEA Level 3 and Scholarship level and / or te reo Rangatira.

A deep understanding of, and confidence in, leading tikanga Maori.

Proven ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students, staff, and whanau.

A commitment to collaborative practice and the professional growth of colleagues.

This is a vital leadership role for our kura, offering the chance to make a significant impact on our school community and the success of our akonga.

New staff to WEGC are supported through a strong induction programme across their first year at the college.

How to apply

Please apply with a CV, covering letter, application form and the names of 3 referees via email to :

Physical address : Austin Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington

Postal Address : Austin Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington,

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