Kaiako | Teaching Positions (2 Positions)

Takaro School; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Takaro School seeks two dedicated kaiako for two fixed-term teaching positions. Start date 27/01/2027 and end date 15/12/2027, covering Years 1–8 in English, Health and Physical Education, Mathematics and Science, Te reo Māori, The Arts, and more.

The roles emphasise culturally responsive, trauma-informed practice and evidence-based pedagogy within a values-driven school. Applicants should be registered kaiako, ready to contribute to both classroom and co-curricular life, including sports, Kapa

Qualifications

• Current NZ teaching registration and practicing certificate.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, relational, and trauma-informed practice.
• Active involvement in co-curricular, cultural, and pastoral life of the Kura.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and engage within teams and contribute to wider school life, sports, Kapa Haka, and EOTC events.
• Deliver high-quality planning and engaging learning experiences.
• Implement evidence-based pedagogy and explicit instruction.

Skills

Collaboration

Evidence-based pedagogy

Planning

Education

NZ teaching registration

Job description

Kaiako | Teaching Positions (2 Positions)

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (Special Projects)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

MITA

Our core values of Manaaki, Tarongo, and Aranga guide everything we do. As a PB4L school implementing the Berry Street Education Model, we prioritise trauma-informed care, student wellbeing, and relational safety alongside academic growth.

With over 60% of our tamariki identifying as Māori, T e Ao Māori is central to our daily life. In 2027, we are committed to giving authentic effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, upholding Tikanga Māori, and increasing everyday use of Te Reo Māori school-wide.

Are you an innovative, collaborative educator grounded in positive relationships, bicultural practice, and evidence-based pedagogy? We seek two dedicated fixed-term kaiako to join our vibrant Kura team.

What We Seek

We are looking for registered kaiako who:

• Collaborate & Engage: Work effectively within teams and contribute to wider school life, sports, Kapa Haka, and EOTC events.
• Drive Evidence-Based Pedagogy: Demonstrate strong expertise in Structured Literacy and are committed to embedding the Science of Learning and explicit instruction.
• Deliver Quality Planning: Plan and facilitate rich, high-quality, engaging learning experiences.

Key Requirements

• Current NZ teaching registration and practicing certificate.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, relational, and trauma-informed practice.
• Active involvement in the co-curricular, cultural, and pastoral life of our Kura.

If you are ready to thrive in a supportive, values-driven environment, we welcome your application!