Kapa Haka Tutor

Diocesan; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 121,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent practice facilities

Lead and grow Senior School ropū

Cultural identity and mātauranga Māori

On-site facilities access

Job summary

Diocesan School for Girls is seeking a passionate Kapa Haka Tutor to lead our Senior School programme for Years 7–13. You will guide rehearsals, develop student skills in waiata, haka, poi and mōteatea, and prepare the ropū for performances throughout the year, including ASB Polyfest.

You will bring strong te reo Māori and tikanga knowledge and foster cultural pride within the school community. The role offers regular after-school rehearsals, lunchtime sessions, and a Saturday Polyfest

Qualifications

• Experience leading or tutoring Kapa Haka in a school, kura or community setting.
• Strong knowledge of tikanga Māori, kawa and te reo Māori.
• Ability to teach across Kapa Haka disciplines and develop a rōpū.
• Excellent organisational and leadership abilities with clear communication.
• Ability to foster relationships with students, whānau and community.

Responsibilities

• Lead rehearsals for Terms 1–4, coordinating Polyfest preparation.
• Teach waiata, haka, poi, mōteatea and other Māori performing arts.
• Prepare and lead the rōpū for ASB Polyfest and school events.
• Foster te reo and mātauranga Māori through rehearsals and performances.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and whānau.
• Create an inclusive environment where students feel connected and proud.

Skills

Kapa Haka leadership

Kapa Haka tutoring

Tikanga Māori

Te Reo Māori

School/kura experience

Communication skills

Job description

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

At Diocesan School for Girls, we are committed to nurturing young women who are curious, courageous and empowered to shape their futures. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Kapa Haka Tutor to lead and develop our Senior School Kapa Haka programme for students in Years 7–13. This is an opportunity to work with talented young women, sharing your knowledge of te ao Māori and helping students develop their performance skills, confidence and pride in their cultural identity. You will have access to excellent practice facilities and resources, alongside a school community that values mātauranga Māori. ASB Polyfest in Term 1 is the major performance commitment of the year, with school events and performances continuing throughout Terms 2–4. We are looking for someone who can build a consistent programme across the school year, creating a strong, committed rōpū that students are proud to be part of.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You will take responsibility for leading rehearsals, developing students’ Kapa Haka skills and preparing the rōpū for performances throughout the year.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading regular Kapa Haka practices throughout Terms 1–4, with Term 1 being the busiest period due to Polyfest preparation.
• Teaching and developing students’ skills in waiata, haka, poi, mōteatea and other Māori performing arts.
• Preparing and leading the roopu for ASB Polyfest, our major performance event of the year.
• Preparing students for internal school events and performances throughout the year.
• Bringing te reo Māori, tikanga and mātauranga Māori to life through rehearsals and performances.
• Building positive relationships with students, parents, whānau and the wider Māori community.
• Creating a positive and inclusive environment where students feel connected, supported and proud to represent Diocesan.

A bracket of waiata and haka has been established by our previous tutor, and new students are currently learning this repertoire as they develop their skills and confidence. This provides a strong starting point for the incoming tutor, while leaving room to introduce new waiata, develop the bracket and bring their own creative direction to the rōpū’s Polyfest campaign.

Rehearsal commitment:

We would like practices to run throughout the school year, with lunchtime sessions forming part of the programme alongside additional rehearsals when required. During Term 1, the successful applicant will need to be available for approximately two to three after-school rehearsals per week and one Saturday rehearsal to support Polyfest preparation. Additional rehearsals and performances may be required at other times of the year to meet school event commitments.

Desired Skills and Experience

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings cultural knowledge, performance experience and the ability to lead a successful Kapa Haka programme. You will ideally have:

• Experience leading or tutoring Kapa Haka in a school, kura or community setting.
• Strong knowledge of tikanga Māori, kawa and te reo Māori.
• The ability to teach and develop students across a range of Kapa Haka disciplines.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to build genuine relationships with students, parents, whānau and the wider community.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to fostering cultural pride and belonging.
• A genuine passion for working with rangatahi and helping them reach their potential.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• $75 per hour.
• Excellent practice facilities and resources to support the Kapa Haka programme.
• The opportunity to lead and grow our Senior School Kapa Haka rōpū.
• A school community that values mātauranga Māori and cultural identity.
• Access to school facilities, including the gym, pool and landscaped grounds.
• On-site parking when available.