Wharekura Kaiako

Wainuiomata High School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wainuiomata High School in Wellington seeks an enthusiastic te reo Māori teacher (Years 9–13) who can also teach other subjects. The successful applicant must be a NZ registered teacher and will support the school's academic mentoring and co-curriculum programs.

We welcome applicants who can contribute to language education, NZ Curriculum delivery, and a proactive, student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified NZ registered teacher with experience in te reo language education and proficiency in speaking reo.
• Experience with the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA standards.
• Forward-thinking with the ability to challenge traditional educational practices.
• Strong advocate for student wellbeing, personal development, and holistic learning.

Responsibilities

• Be a qualified NZ registered teacher with experience in te reo language education and proficiency in speaking reo.
• Teach te reo Māori to students in years 9–13 and other subjects as needed.
• Follow the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA standards.
• Champion student wellbeing and holistic learning.

Skills

Te reo Māori

Curriculum knowledge

Student wellbeing focus

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

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About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher of te reo Māori from Y9-13 who can also teach other subject areas. We welcome a kaiako the opportunity to work at a school whose purpose is to serve the community.

The successful applicant must be a NZ registered teacher and will endorse the school's academic mentoring and extensive co‑curriculum programs.

Please state any other supporting subjects in your application.

What you will be:

• a qualified NZ registered teacher with experience in te reo language education and proficiency in speaking reo
• experienced in teaching the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA standards
• forward-thinking, with the ability to challenge traditional educational practices
• a strong advocate for student wellbeing, personal development, and holistic learning