Māori Performing Arts Kaiako/Teacher

Nau mai, haere mai ki Taumarunui – come and be part of our community and help inspire the next generation of our rangatahi.

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the central North Island, at the meeting place of significant waterways and beneath the watchful presence of Te Kāhui Maunga, Taumarunui is a place rich in history, culture and community. Situated in the heart of the upper Whanganui River catchment, our district offers a unique opportunity to live, work in a place where connections to whenua, awa, whānau and community remain strong.

If you enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, affordable housing, hiking and mountain-bike trails, swimming, fishing, sporting and cultural clubs, and easy access to Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō, then Taumarunui has plenty to offer.

We seek a kaiako with a passion for Māori performing arts and kapa haka, who can inspire and nurture our tauira to develop their capability and confidence in waiata, haka, poi, waiata-ā-ringa, mōteatea and other traditional and contemporary forms of Māori performance. You will deliver engaging Year 9-13 Māori performing arts programmes and also lead our kapa haka programme, prepare tauira for performances, cultural events, pōwhiri, festivals and competitions, and contribute to the wider cultural life of the school. 

Successful experience in primary or secondary teaching, and preparing kapa haka groups for performances and competitions would be an advantage. Proficiency in te reo Māori is also highly desirable.

Management Units (MUs) may be available, depending on the experience of the successful applicant. School housing may also be available if required. School visits are welcome.