Transition To Independence

About us

Ngati Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity.

We're driving significant change to enhance the mana, wellbeing and prosperity of Ngati Toa and the communities we serve.

About the team

The Puna Reo plays a vital role in Ngati Toa Rangatira's reo revitalisation efforts and in the growth of our tamariki and whanau.

We celebrate te reo Maori, our Ngati Toa identity, and are dedicated to incorporating te reo Maori and tikanga into all aspects of teaching and learning.

We are currently seeking a qualified kaiako to help support the teaching of tamariki aged 0 to 5.

A passion for the well-being and education of tamariki is essential, as is a genuine passion for being immersed in a te reo Maori environment at the Puna Reo.

About the role

Kia toa, kia rere, kia Maori.

The aim is to help tamariki develop strong foundations and knowledge of te ao Maori and te ao hurihuri, and to teach them whakapapa and purakau of Ngati Toa.

Our Puna Reo is a kaupapa Maori environment where tamariki thrive in a reo Maori-rich setting.

We aspire for all kaiako to be confident, fluent speakers of te reo Maori.

If you're on that journey, this is your opportunity — join our puna reo whanau to teach, learn, and be supported to grow your reo every day.

We are seeking

Qualified ECE kaiako (ECE teaching qualification + registration).

Fluent speakers of te reo Maori or those committed to their reo Maori journey.

Teachers with a passion for tamariki, whanau, and kaupapa Maori values.

Team players open to ongoing learning, mentoring, and professional development.

When applying, please include a full work history with your cover letter and CV, detailing the length of each role.

This is a requirement of the Vulnerable Children's Act

• , and providing this information upfront will help speed up the process if your application is successful.

Additionally, please provide two referees who can speak to your Kaiako practice and / or your suitability for the position.

About you

Well, after hearing about us and the role, you'll know whether you're the right person, and whether now is the right time for you.

Your high-level experience and professional expertise in teaching tamariki is a given, and you will be excited to engage and learn alongside Ngati Toa.

You'll be well practiced with / in :

Successfully implementing Te Whariki within all aspects of teaching and learning

Supporting tamariki with a strong sense of identity, language and culture as Maori

Working collaboratively in a team environment

But the thing that will really stand out is your love for teaching and the tamariki.

He reo Maori, he reo ora.

Join us in nurturing tamariki and revitalising our reo.

Te Puna Reo o Ngati Toa is looking for passionate, qualified Early Childhood Teachers to join our whanau.

In return for your hard work, we offer :

A whanau-based, kaupapa Maori environment with strong iwi support.

Opportunities to grow your te reo Maori with guidance, resources, and encouragement.

Professional development and mentoring to strengthen your teaching and reo journey.

A supportive, values-driven team environment.

This is more than a job – it's a kaupapa.

If you are a qualified ECE teacher ready to make a difference, deepen your te reo Maori, and walk alongside tamariki and whanau on this journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in touch with Calisa Hippolite on

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