Kaiako Māori

Marlborough Girls' College; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlborough Girls' College invites applications for a Kaiako Māori to teach Te Reo Māori and Te Ao Haka to NCEA Level 3 and to serve as the Whānau Teacher for Te Rui o Te Wairau, the school’s kaupapa Māori whānau class.

This role supports Māori student success and identity, with strong leadership and partnerships within the school and wider iwi, hapū and whānau communities. Starting Term 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Applicants should be registered (or working towards registration).
• Strong te reo Māori and tikanga knowledge.
• Ability to build positive relationships with ākonga and whānau.
• Able to work collaboratively and engage effectively with iwi, hapū and the wider community.

Responsibilities

• Teach Te Reo Māori and Te Ao Haka to NCEA Level 3.
• Lead and support school-wide kaupapa Māori initiatives, including Karakia and waiata.

Skills

Te Reo Māori

Education

Registration as a teacher

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Te reo Māori

Starting Term 1, 2027

Marlborough Girls' College is seeking a passionate and skilled Kaiako Māori to lead and support Māori student success. This role includes teaching Te Reo Māori and Te Ao Haka to NCEA Level 3, and serving as the Whānau Teacher for Te Rui o Te Wairau, the school’s kaupapa Māori whānau class.

This is a unique opportunity to positively influence how ākonga Māori connect with their identity, whakapapa, and future aspirations while helping to strengthen kaupapa Māori across the school.

The successful applicant will be supported by a dedicated leadership team, Deputy Principal responsible for Māori success, Komiti Māori, Manutaki Māori, strong partnerships with iwi, hapū and whānau, a supportive Board of Trustees, a curriculum leader, a Kaiawhina, and collaboration with Marlborough Boys’ College and another Kaiako Māori.

Responsibilities include leading and supporting school wide kaupapa Māori initiatives such as:

• Karakia, waiata and local iwi pūrākau within school life

Applicants should be registered (or working towards registration), have strong te reo Māori and tikanga knowledge, build positive relationships with ākonga and whānau, work collaboratively, and engage effectively with iwi, hapū and the wider community.

Marlborough Girls' College is a progressive school of approximately 950 students in Blenheim, guided by the values of Kotahitanga, Whanaungatanga and Manaakitanga, and committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori success.