Kaiako Kura Pōtiki

Permanent | Full-time | Te Reo Māori | Teacher Bonding Scheme Te Wharekura o Maniapoto is seeking a passionate and committed Kaiako to join our Kura Pōtiki Syndicate Term 1 2027

We are looking for a fluent speaker of te reo Māori who understands the importance of tuakiritanga, whanaungatanga and manaakitanga, and is committed to nurturing the mana and potential of our pīori. We are seeking a kaiako who will:

Be fluent and confident in te reo Māori. Be passionate about pīori, ako and mātauranga Māori. Uphold and contribute to the kaupapa and tikanga of our kura. Build strong relationships with pīori, whānau and hapū. Be a reflective and collaborative kaiako committed to kura ā-iwi.

Hold, or be eligible to hold, a current NZ teaching practising certificate. Kia tuu kahika ki te pae kawau. Come and be part of a kura where te reo Māori, whakapapa and the aspirations of Maniapoto are at the heart of learning.

Teacher Bonding Scheme

This position qualifies for the Teacher Bonding Scheme (TBS). An eligible teacher can receive a payment every year for up to five years, with payments accumulating to a maximum of $40,000 before tax: Year 1 – $5,000 | Year 2 – $6,500 | Year 3 – $8,000 | Year 4 – $9,500 | Year 5 – $11,000