Kaiako – Te Rōnakitanga ki te reo Kairangi (Level 5)
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Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay
Teaching - Tertiary (Education & Training)
Full time
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Mō mātau (About us)

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
Flexible work hours and work-from-home options for some roles.
Free car parking at our main campuses.


Mō tēnei mahi (About this job)

We are looking for a passionate and nurturing Kaiako to deliver our Te Rōnakitanga ki te reo Level 5 programme. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) based in Hastings.

This is a Reo Rūmaki (Total Immersion) course, requiring proficiency in te reo Māori, along with proven experience in delivering and teaching the language to adult learners. We are particularly interested in Kaiako who are creative and adaptable in their teaching methods, able to cater to diverse learning needs of tauira at various levels.


Mōu (About you)

To succeed in this role, you must be proficient in te reo Māori and capable of delivering lessons entirely in the language. We are looking for a confident Kaiako who brings energy and creativity to their teaching. You should be open and dedicated to sharing and enhancing te reo Māori skills with both your fellow team members and tauira.

You will also bring with you:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Te Reo Māori (Level 7 or higher) or be willing to work towards this qualification and possess the relevant life experience
Diploma in Adult Teaching (Level 5) or equivalent
National Certificate in Literacy and Numeracy (Level 5) (Vocational)
Full and current New Zealand Driver’s License
3+ years’ experience teaching full immersion te reo Māori
3+ years’ experience teaching adult

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.


Tonoa i tēnei rā! (Apply today!)

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website. For any other queries, please email [email protected]
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Education & Training
1,001-5,000 employees

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is Aotearoa’s second largest tertiary educator and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator. We’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years. Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

We look for people who are passionate about the contribution they make through their mahi (work) and want to join us on our journey to ensure success for our tauira (students), our kaimahi (employees) and their whānau (families).

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is Aotearoa’s second largest tertiary educator and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator. We’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years. Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

We look for people who are passionate about the contribution they make through their mahi (work) and want to join us on our journey to ensure success for our tauira (students), our kaimahi (employees) and their whānau (families).
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Perks and benefits
Free Southern Cross medical insurance
Free life and trauma insurance
Four extra leave days per annum
Free car parking
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural and sports leave
Keeping you and your whānau healthy
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