Part-Time Kaiako Māori — Grow Te Reo & Tikanga

Woodford House; Havelock North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodford House in Hawke's Bay is seeking a kaiako to deliver te reo Māori for Year 7–13 on a fixed term, part-time basis (0.5 FTTE) to cover parental leave from Term 1 to Term 3 2027. The role welcomes both beginner and experienced teachers and offers scope to contribute to cultural competency and Te Tiriti o Waitangi across the school's Cornerstone of culture.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and pass pre-employment checks; registration with the Teaching Council or ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Registration with the Teaching Council of New Zealand, or ability to obtain it.
• A relevant teaching or other qualification.
• Knowledge and appreciation of te ao Māori, and te reo Māori.
• Capability to engage in cultural activities and has an understanding of Māori values and tikanga, is desirable.
• A willingness to meet our future-focused learning goals.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to our school’s Special Character.

Responsibilities

• Deliver te reo Māori classes from Year 7 to 13 to cover a period of parental leave.
• Support our cultural competency and honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi across the school’s cultural cornerstone.

Skills

Te reo Māori knowledge

Communication skills

Cultural engagement

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Woodford House in Hawke's Bay is seeking a kaiako to deliver te reo Māori for Year 7–13 on a fixed term, part-time basis (0.5 FTTE) to cover parental leave from Term 1 to Term 3 2027. The role welcomes both beginner and experienced teachers and offers scope to contribute to cultural competency and Te Tiriti o Waitangi across the school's Cornerstone of culture.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and pass pre-employment checks; registration with the Teaching Council or ability to obtain