Year 1–2 Kaiako: Warm, Collaborative Teaching

Hope School; Tasman; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope School invites a passionate kaiako to join for 2027 to teach a Year 1–2 class in a small rural kura. Start date is 28 January 2027 with a fixed end date of 27 January 2028 to cover for a staff member’s temporary change in working arrangements.

The role emphasizes relationships, te reo Māori integration and inclusive practice within a supportive team. The successful applicant will work under mentorship and participate in ongoing professional learning, aligning with mana values and Te Tiriti

Qualifications

• Qualified Certificated teacher with current practising certificate.
• Experience in junior-school pedagogy and explicit teaching methods.
• Experience or familiarity with Te reo Māori and te ao Māori.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and working in small rural school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 1–2 class (Primary/Intermediate) in 2027.
• Demonstrate strong junior-school pedagogy and explicit teaching.
• Integrate te ao Māori and te reo Māori across curriculum.
• Contribute to small-school life and participate in professional learning.

Skills

Junior-school pedagogy

Explicit literacy & maths

iDeaL Structured Literacy

Maths – No Problem!

Te reo Māori integration

Culturally responsive

Collaboration

Inclusive practice

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Hope School invites a passionate kaiako to join for 2027 to teach a Year 1–2 class in a small rural kura. Start date is 28 January 2027 with a fixed end date of 27 January 2028 to cover for a staff member’s temporary change in working arrangements.

The role emphasizes relationships, te reo Māori integration and inclusive practice within a supportive team. The successful applicant will work under mentorship and participate in ongoing professional learning, aligning with mana values and Te Tiriti