Akomanga Tuakana- Kaiako (Years 6–8)

Kia Hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā! He karanga tēnei ki ngā kaiako e ngākau nui ana ki te reo Māori, ki te mātauranga Māori, ki te whakatipu i ngā rangatira o āpōpō. Kei te rapu Te Pā Wānanga o Ōmaka Marae i tētahi Kaiako hihiri, auaha, ngākau nui hoki ki te ārahi i tō mātou akomanga tuakana, Tau 6–8. Mēnā e hiahia ana koe ki tētahi tūranga e taea e koe te whakaaweawe i te anamata, te āwhina hoki ki te hanga i tētahi kura motuhake, tēnei pea te tūranga māu. This is more than a teaching role. It is an opportunity to help shape a growing Māori-medium kura, contribute to its future direction, and inspire the next generation of rangatahi in a supportive, innovative, and values-driven environment. As part of our kura whānau, you will receive: Māori Immersion Teaching Allowance (MITA) Extensive PLD, including Rangaranga Reo ā Tā, Poutama Pāngarau, Aromatawai and Te Marautanga o Aotearoa Mentoring, coaching and leadership development Support from a collaborative leadership team and committed Board Small class sizes and strong relationships with ākonga and whānau Opportunities to influence curriculum design and kura development A unique marae-based environment grounded in culture, identity and excellence. We are looking for a registered kaiako who is passionate about Māori-medium education, builds strong relationships, demonstrates kaupapa Māori practice, and can inspire Years 6–8 ākonga to achieve success as Māori. Whether you are an experienced Māori-medium kaiako or an emerging leader ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Nau mai, haere mai — be part of something different, where your leadership matters, your growth is supported, and together we are shaping the future of Māori education.