Kaiako: Fixed-Term Years 1-10 Teacher in Hastings

Te Kura; Hastings; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Te Kura in Hastings seeks a dedicated Kaiako (Teacher) to teach across Years 1–10 from our Hastings tari. This fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to December 2027, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week).

You will support learners with personalised, online and face-to-face learning and provide pastoral care within Te Kāhui Rāwhiti. You will hold NZ teacher registration with a current practising certificate, be confident with digital tools, and share our values of manaaki, whanaungatanga, and tika.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teacher registration and a current practising certificate.
• Strong knowledge of the Years 1–10 curriculum and assessment practices.
• Calm, inclusive, and supportive approach to teaching and pastoral care.
• Confidence using digital tools to connect with learners.
• Enthusiasm for collaborative, values-driven teaching.
• Genuine interest in learning te reo Māori.

Responsibilities

• Support ākonga to engage deeply in learning aligned with their goals and interests.
• Facilitate regular huinga ako (online and face-to-face) for pastoral care and connection.
• Provide constructive feedback and feedforward on ākonga learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and whānau to create flexible, engaging learning experiences.

Skills

NZ teacher registration

Curriculum knowledge

Digital tools

Pastoral care

Collaboration

Education

New Zealand teacher registration

Current practising certificate

Job description

Te Kura in Hastings seeks a dedicated Kaiako (Teacher) to teach across Years 1–10 from our Hastings tari. This fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to December 2027, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week).

You will support learners with personalised, online and face-to-face learning and provide pastoral care within Te Kāhui Rāwhiti. You will hold NZ teacher registration with a current practising certificate, be confident with digital tools, and share our values of manaaki, whanaungatanga, and tika.