Kaiako - Years 1-10

Te Kura Pounamu; Hastings; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Kura Pounamu in Hastings is seeking a dedicated Kaiako (Primary or Secondary) to teach across Years 1-10. The role is based in Hastings, full-time 1.0 FTE, fixed term for 2027, with a focus on engaging learners online and in person.

You will guide ākonga with inclusive teaching, pastoral care, and ongoing use of digital tools to support achievement. The successful candidate will hold NZ teacher registration, be committed to te reo Māori growth, and collaborate with whānau to provide

Qualifications

• NZ teaching registration and practising certificate required.
• Strong knowledge of Years 1-10 curriculum.
• Calm, inclusive approach to teaching and pastoral care.
• Proficiency with digital learning tools.
• Commitment to te reo Māori growth.

Responsibilities

• Support ākonga to engage 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 learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and whānau to create flexible, engaging learning experiences.
• Show genuine interest in te reo Māori and grow your skills.

Skills

Teacher registration

Pastoral care

Digital tools

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Tools

LMS

Video conferencing

Job description

Job Description

1 x Position

Fixed term (28 January 2027 – December 2027 or earlier in the event of the incumbent returning earlier) to provide cover while the incumbent is on secondment

Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Based in our Hastings tari (office)

Kaiako | Teacher – Years 1-10

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 huinga ako — online or face to face — where learners connect, receive guidance, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

We're looking for a dedicated Primary or Secondary Kaiako with expertise in teaching across Years 1-10 to join our Te Kāhui Rāwhiti region. This role will be based in our Hastings tari (office).

• Support ākonga to engage deeply in learning that is aligned with their goals, passions and interests.
• Facilitate regular huinga ako (online and face-to-face) to provide pastoral care, connection, and personalised learning
• Provide constructive feedback and feedforward on ākonga learning
• Collaborate with colleagues and whānau to create flexible, engaging learning experiences
• Have a genuine interest in learning and embracing te reo Māori, with a commitment to growing your skills

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You will bring:

• A New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate
• Strong knowledge of the Years 1-10 curriculum and assessment practices
• 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
• A genuine interest in learning and embracing te reo Māori, with a commitment to growing your skills

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

You’ll join a supportive, inclusive team where manaaki and whanaungatanga 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.

Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday 20 November 2026