Innovative Scale A Kaiako — Collaborative Teaching

Karori Normal School

Wellington

On-site

NZD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Supportive learning environment
PLD opportunities
Normal School Allowance

Job summary

Karori Normal School is a vibrant, high-performing full primary school located in Wellington’s western suburbs. As a Normal School, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of teaching practice, playing an active role in initial teacher education and pedagogical development.

We are seeking 3 passionate kaiako to join our team across various year levels. You will work in collaborative spaces, share planning, and contribute to dynamic learning environments whilst mentoring student teachers and

Qualifications

  • Curriculum knowledge: Strong familiarity with the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.
  • Collaborative practice: Thrive in a team, co-create engaging learning experiences.
  • Normal School engagement: Support student teachers, mentor kaiako tauira, contribute to PLD.
  • Culturally responsive: Integrate te reo and tikanga Māori into classroom culture.
  • Student-centred: Foster student agency, well-being, and academic success.

Responsibilities

  • Work within collaborative teaching spaces with supportive colleagues.
  • Co-construct engaging learning experiences for all tamariki.
  • Mentor and host kaiako tauira / student teachers and contribute to PLD.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge
Collaborative practice
Normal School engagement
Te reo Māori integration
Student-centred teaching

Job description

Karori Normal School is a vibrant, high-performing full primary school located in Wellington’s western suburbs. As a Normal School, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of teaching practice, playing an active role in initial teacher education and pedagogical development.

We are seeking 3 passionate kaiako to join our team across various year levels. You will work in collaborative spaces, share planning, and contribute to dynamic learning environments whilst mentoring student teachers and

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