Kaiako - Years 1-10

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

We are looking for adedicated Primary (Years 1 – 8) or Secondary Kaiako (Years 7-10) with expertise in Years 1-10 to join our Overseas team. This role will be based in our Wellington tari (office).

In this role, you'll: 

• Design and deliver personalised, authentic learning programmes tailored to the strengths and needs of ākonga.
• Facilitate online weekly Huinga Ako, guiding and supporting students through their educational journeys.
• Collaborate with colleagues and interact with students online and in person to foster meaningful learning experiences.

If you are excited by the opportunity to make a difference in a unique learning environment, this is your chance to contribute to Te Kura's ongoing transformation of distance learning.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You are a creative and forward-thinking educator who is passionate about providing authentic and meaningful learning experiences for ākonga.

You will also bring:

• A New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate
• Recent primary or secondary teaching experience. Please specify in your application the year levels you have taught (e.g. Years 1-8 or Years 7-10) and outline your relevant teaching experience.
• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and current assessment practices.
• A commitment to innovative, future-focused pedagogies that engage and inspire ākonga.
• The ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with ākonga, whānau, and colleagues.

Ko wai mātou | About us 

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school, catering to up to 24,000 ākonga at any one time. We provide authentic, student-centered learning programmes, from early childhood through to NCEA Level 3, including opportunities for young adults and adult learners. 

Our vision is to empower every ākonga to achieve their goals—anytime, anywhere, for anyone: Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa.