Kaiako Pāngarau/Pūtaiao

Ngā Taiātea Wharekura; Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngā Taiātea Wharekura in Waikato seeks an enthusiastic kaiako to teach mathematics and science within our kura. The ideal candidate will bring experience teaching Māori students, skilful relationship-building, and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching practices.

The role begins January 2027 and offers the opportunity to contribute to student achievement and high expectations across the kura.

Qualifications

• Experience with Māori students
• Ability to build relationships with students
• Strong teaching practices and subject knowledge

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics and science to students at the kura.

Skills

Experience with Māori students

Relationship-building

Teaching practices

Subject knowledge

Raising student achievement

High expectations

Flexibility

Work ethic

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic kaiako to join our team, teaching mathematics and science within our kura.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• experience teaching Māori students
• skilful relationship-building - able to connect with our students
• excellent teaching practices and subject knowledge
• a strong commitment to raising student achievement
• high expectations for all students
• flexibility and adaptability
• a strong work ethic.

This teaching position begins January 2027.