Kaiako - Kaupapa Māori

Te Kura Pounamu; Hastings; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Te Kura Pounamu in Hastings is seeking a dedicated Kaiako with experience teaching Kaupapa Māori to Years 9–13 to join Te Kāhui Rāwhiti region. This role will be based in our Hastings tari (office).

You will bring New Zealand teacher registration, current practising certificate, and strong curriculum knowledge, with a deep commitment to te reo Māori and Māori performing arts. A collaborative, digital-first teaching approach is essential.

Qualifications

• NZ teacher registration is required.
• Current practising certificate is required.
• Strong knowledge of Kaupapa Māori curriculum and assessment practices.
• Experience with NCEA assessment and moderation.
• Proficiency in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.

Responsibilities

• Teach Kaupapa Māori to Years 9–13 in Te Kāhui Rāwhiti region.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive learning in a digital environment.
• Contribute to revitalisation of te reo Māori and Māori performing arts.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Student-centred approach

Inclusive learning

NCEA assessment & moderation

Kaupapa Māori proficiency

Understanding of local iwi histories

Digital teaching tools

Collaborative teaching

Education

New Zealand teacher registration

Current practising certificate

Tools

Digital learning platforms

Online learning tools

Job description

Job Description

1 x Position

Fixed term (28 January 2027 – December 2027) to address the roll numbers of Māori ākonga on the Te Kāhui Rāwhiti roll that are keen on Kaupapa Māori as a subject.

Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Based in our Hastings tari (office)

Ko wai mātou | About Us

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura

At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our ākonga are always at the centre of what we do. For more than a century, we've supported learners across Aotearoa — evolving from lessons once delivered on horseback to today's future focused learning that can be done anywhere, anytime.

Ākonga at Te Kura choose subjects based on their passions and interests, accessing learning online supported by kaiako who guide, inspire, and drive engagement. Alongside this, kaiako provide pastoral care and connect with ākonga through regular online huinga ako — where learners connect, receive guidance, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position:

We are looking for adedicated Kaiako who has experience in teaching Kaupapa Māori across Years 9 – 13 to join our Te Kāhui Rāwhiti region. This role will be based in our Hastingstari (office).

This is an exciting opportunity to nurture and develop ākonga in their journey through te ao Māori, while contributing to the preservation and advancement of Māori performing arts and culture in Te Kāhui Rāwhiti.

This role presents an opportunity to shape the next generation of young Māori leaders while contributing to the revitalization of te reo Māori and preservation of Māori performing arts. The successful candidate will join a supportive rōpū committed to excellence in Māori education.

Ko koe tēnei | About you:

Passionate about helping learners succeed, you bring strong curriculum knowledge, a student-centred approach, and a commitment to creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences in a digital environment.

You will also bring:

• New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate
• Strong knowledge of the Kaupapa Māori curriculum and assessment practices
• Strong proficiency in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga
• Experience in NCEA assessment and moderation
• Understanding of local iwi histories and traditions
• Ability to create engaging learning experiences that connect ākonga to their cultural heritage
• Commitment to the preservation and advancement of te reo Māori
• A calm, inclusive, and supportive approach to teaching and pastoral care
• Confidence using digital tools to connect with learners
• Enthusiasm for collaborative, values driven teaching

Hei whakautu | In return

You will join a supportive, inclusive team where our Te Kura values guide how we work. We offer flexible working options, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference for ākonga across Aotearoa.

If you're ready to bring our values to life and support learners in meaningful ways, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 15 November 2026