Hato Opani Kaiwhakahaere - Te Tikanga Rua Reo 2026

Hato Opani Kaiwhakahaere - Te Tikanga Rua Reo 2026St Albans School CanterburyPosition : Full time, PermanentLocation : Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahiRole : Kaiwhakahaere to lead Te Tikanga Rua Reo, Christchurch's first bilingual pathway and a taonga of our kura.

Guide a thriving dual-language space grounded in reo Maori me ona tikanga and strengthened by evidence-based practice.We are looking for a leader who : Is fluent in te reo Maori and / or committed to deepening proficiency.Brings strong pedagogy in literacy and numeracy, including Structured Literacy and explicit instruction.Teaches and leads to the North-East; relational, inclusive, strength-based, aspirational.Embeds Matauranga Maori in practice, or is committed to growing knowledge of te ao Maori.Builds strong whanaungatanga with tamariki, whanau, kaiako, iwi, and kura leadership.Leads with courage and collaboration, lifting reo, tikanga, and achievement.What we offer : A kura where biculturalism is woven throughout — English and Maori Medium learning together.Release and mentoring to support leadership growth.A committed Board and SLT who share the reo / tikanga load across the kura.Strong whanau voice, and a proud history of reo revitalisation in Otautahi.This is more than a role — it's a chance to safeguard and grow a kaupapa with deep roots, a strong present, and a powerful future.If you are ready to lead with vision, reo, and aroha — this is the role for you.Application : Send cover letter, CV with referees to

• by Friday 10 October 2025, 12pm.How to applyPlease send your CV, and direct enquiries to : Diane Mawhinney17 Sheppard Place, St Albans, Christchurch
• 64 (03) 355 9132Download our application formTeam Leader JD 26 3 v2.0Vacancy reference # : 1HAosJListed 2 : 15 pm 02 September 2025 Closes 12pm 10 October 2025School detailsSchool : St Albans SchoolType : ContributingAuthority : StateGender : Co-EdDecile : 0Roll : 574Website : number : 3518Physical address : 17 Sheppard Place, St Albans, ChristchurchPostal Address : 17 Sheppard Place, Saint Albans, Christchurch, 8014View on map

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