Kaupapa Māori Conservation Learning Facilitator

Auckland Council; Auckland; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Generous holiday allowance

Award-winning Zoo environment

Job summary

Auckland Zoo in Central Auckland seeks a Conservation Learning Facilitator – Kaupapa Māori to connect learners with wildlife and foster kaitiakitanga for te taiao. You will develop, deliver and evaluate learning experiences for schools, kura kaupapa Māori, kōhanga reo and community groups onsite, offsite and online.

Work with our Kaupapa Māori Advisor to bring te ao Māori into Mātauranga Māori programmes, shape future learning, and support zoo design and visitor experiences while honouring Te

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent practical experience in education, facilitation or conservation.
• At least two years’ teaching/educational facilitation experience.
• Knowledge of NZ curricula and education frameworks (NZC, Te Whāriki, Ka Hikitia).
• Experience using kaupapa Māori approaches and te reo Māori; ability to support te reo programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high‑quality conservation learning programmes grounded in mātauranga Māori.
• Build trusted relationships with kura kaupapa Māori, kōhanga reo and schools.
• Evaluate programme effectiveness with participation and impact data.
• Contribute te ao Māori perspective to zoo developments and visitor experiences.
• Support wider conservation, advocacy and community engagement activities.

Skills

Kaupapa Māori education

Wildlife conservation passion

Public engagement

Education

Degree in science, psychology, education or related discipline

Two years’ teaching/education facilitation experience

Job description

Auckland Zoo in Central Auckland seeks a Conservation Learning Facilitator – Kaupapa Māori to connect learners with wildlife and foster kaitiakitanga for te taiao. You will develop, deliver and evaluate learning experiences for schools, kura kaupapa Māori, kōhanga reo and community groups onsite, offsite and online.

Work with our Kaupapa Māori Advisor to bring te ao Māori into Mātauranga Māori programmes, shape future learning, and support zoo design and visitor experiences while honouring Te