Kaiako Puna Reo - Teacher ELC

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. As a proudlyindigenous education provider, 'tauira success' is our missionand 'whānau transformation through education' is our vision,guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinnedby Māori culture and values. Mōtēnei mahi |About the role We'relooking for two passionate Kaiako to join us at our Whare ĀmaiPuna Reo, Gisborne on a casual basis. In these roles, you’ll be responsible for providing last-minute cover when another Kaiakounable to work. This may involvereceiving a call either in the morning or the previous evening to cover a fullday or specific hours. Additionally, fromtime to time, you’ll have the opportunity to cover upcoming/planned leave for otherKaiako if you’re available. As aKaiako, you'll create a safe, culturally rich learning environment for ourtamariki, supporting marau aligned with Te Whāriki and kaupapa Wānanga,documenting tamariki progress, and collaborating with kaimahi and whānau toachieve positive outcomes. To be successful for one of these roles, you'll have thefollowing: Qualification in Teaching (ECE or Primary) and acurrent Practicing Certificate issued by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa NewZealand an advantage. Proven experience working with tamariki. A sound understanding of Māori culture, values,tikanga and te reo. A full NZ Driver's License. These roles as classed as a Core Worker and you willneed to pass a safety check under the Children's Act 2014. These roles require some lifting, bending, andstanding for long periods of time. As akaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in culturalactivities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture andtikanga) is desirable. Have we outlined opportunities that match your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace thatappeels? A position description is available on our career's website. For any other queries, please email ****@twoa.ac.nz We recognise and value the important contribution our kaiako maketo the learning and development of tamariki. As a participating Bilingual EarlyLearning Centre in the Ministry of Education's Pay Parity Funding Scheme, weoffer certificated kaiako remuneration aligned with Pay Parity salary steps,providing competitive salaries within a supportive, rewarding, and culturallyenriching working environment. In addition, certificated kaiako working inservices licensed as Reo Rua Care and Education are eligible for the WahaRumaki allowance, recognising their specialist te reo Māori capability and thevalued contribution they make to bilingual and kaupapa Māori early learningenvironments. Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr