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Head of department (HoD) Māori

Head of department (HoD) Māori

Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine WaioraCanterbury, New Zealand
12 hours ago
Job description

Overview

Christchurch Girls’ High School / Te Kura o Hine Waiora is seeking a passionate and positive head of the Māori department. This is a full-time permanent position. Applicants must be able to teach te reo Māori to our senior students and understand the requirements of NCEA. The successful applicant will also be confident in upholding tikanga Māori.

The HoD Māori will bring extensive life experience and expertise in supporting Māori ākonga, whānau, iwi, and communities. This role incorporates the Kaiāirahi Māori responsibilities needed to support Māori ākonga and whānau, including working alongside leaders of learning and the pastoral team to enhance our care and uphold high expectations for all Māori ākonga. They will lead and advise on culturally responsive organisational practice, which supports Māori to succeed as Māori.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and advise on culturally responsive organisational practice to support Māori ākonga, whānau, iwi, and communities.
  • Collaborate with leaders of learning and the pastoral team to enhance care and uphold high expectations for Māori ākonga.
  • Foster a relational and responsive culture, shaping a future-focused curriculum.
  • Promote collaborative teamwork and reflective practice within the Māori department.
  • Contribute to school-wide co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and events.

Qualifications and attributes

  • Must be a Certificated teacher capable of teaching te reo Māori to senior students and understand the requirements of NCEA.
  • Ability to uphold tikanga Māori and demonstrate leadership in culturally responsive practice.
  • Willingness to engage with whānau, iwi, and communities and support Māori ākonga.
  • Additional information

  • Role : 2MU + 1MMA and 6 hours release time per fortnight.
  • Location : Christchurch Girls’ High School / Te Kura o Hine Waiora, Christchurch.
  • Start date : 28 January 2026.
  • Physical address : 10 Matai Street, Riccarton, Christchurch .
  • Applications must be made via our school website.
  • For further information, email Monique.
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