Year 2–3 Kaiako: Bilingual/Immersion Learning Leader

Tāmaki School; Maungakiekie-Tāmaki; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tāmaki Primary School in Auckland seeks a motivated, enthusiastic kaiako to lead learning in our Year 2 and 3 classrooms within Te Whānau Kahukura.

We value equity, social justice, and strong curriculum knowledge, and expect the ability to deliver explicit, responsive teaching while supporting diverse learning needs. From 2027, applicants should demonstrate te reo Māori proficiency with 21-50% immersion while teaching through English.

Qualifications

• We seek a motivated, enthusiastic and reflective kaiako to lead learning in our Year 2 and 3 classroom within Te Whānau Kahukura.
• Commitment to equity and social justice, strong curriculum knowledge, and an understanding of North East pedagogy.
• Ability to deliver explicit, responsive teaching, recognise diverse learning needs and accelerate progress.
• Developing proficiency in te reo Māori, with the capability to teach through English while incorporating Level 3 Māori-medium immersion (21-50%) from the beginning of 2027.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning in our Year 2 and 3 classroom within Te Whānau Kahukura.
• Deliver explicit, responsive teaching and accelerate progress for diverse learners.
• Contribute to revitalisation of te reo Māori and work toward Ngāti Pāoa aspirations as mana whenua.

Skills

Explicit teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Te reo Māori proficiency

Job description

Tāmaki Primary School in Auckland seeks a motivated, enthusiastic kaiako to lead learning in our Year 2 and 3 classrooms within Te Whānau Kahukura.

We value equity, social justice, and strong curriculum knowledge, and expect the ability to deliver explicit, responsive teaching while supporting diverse learning needs. From 2027, applicants should demonstrate te reo Māori proficiency with 21-50% immersion while teaching through English.