Year 0-3 Kaiako - Fixed Term

Omahu School; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Māori Immersion Teachers allowance

Job summary

Ōmāhu Kura is seeking a certificated teacher to lead learning across years 1–8 in a Māori immersion setting. This full-time fixed-term role starts 01 February 2027 and runs until 16 December 2027, with roll growth anticipated.

The successful kaiako will teach English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, and The arts, with a strong emphasis on culturally responsive practice and whānau partnerships.

Qualifications

• Fluency in te ao Māori, tikanga and te reo Māori.
• Enthusiastic, passionate about ākonga success and able to build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Understanding and practical knowledge of Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA).
• Ability to incorporate learning through play to create engaging, purposeful learning environments.
• Demonstrates energy, flexibility and the ability to create fun, engaging and relevant learning experiences.

Skills

Te reo Māori fluency

Tikanga Māori knowledge

Relationship building

BSLA knowledge

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 01/02/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Roll growth)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Māori Immersion Teachers allowance

Ōmāhu Kura is located in the heart of Ōmāhu, surrounded by our 3 marae, our maunga, and the awa that connect us all. Our kura is deeply connected to this whenua, and we honour the strength of these ties as we support and guide our tamariki.

• Ūtaina Ōmāhu – To live for our people, serve our hapū, and contribute to generations to come.
• Me Ōmāhu te tū – To stand tall as learners, leaders, and kaitiaki, proud of who we are, where we come from, and the values that guide us.
• Rangatiratanga – “Our people are our strength”
  Building strong and meaningful relationships with whānau, marae, hapū, and iwi to ensure every ākonga and kaiako thrives.
• Ōmāhutanga – “I know where I am”
  Implementing a rich, responsive, and localised curriculum that connects tamariki to our whenua, people, and environment.
• Tuakiritanga – “I know who I am and where I come from”
  Strengthening wellbeing and resilience so that tamariki grow with confidence, pride, and empowerment in their identity.

Key requirements

• Confidence and fluency in te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori.
• Enthusiastic, passionate about ākonga success, and able to build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Has an understanding and practical knowledge of Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA).
• Effectively incorporates learning through play to create engaging, purposeful learning environments.
• Demonstrates energy, flexibility, and the ability to create learning experiences that are fun, engaging, and relevant.

We welcome applications from experienced kaiako who can bring proven skills and knowledge, as well as beginning teachers eager to grow in a supportive kura environment.

If you are inspired by our kaupapa and ready to contribute to our kura whānau, we encourage you to apply.