Teacher - Early Learning Centre
Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
Teaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training)
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiaryinstitution, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunitiesto New Zealanders for over 35 years. Our vision of ‘Whānautransformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at theforefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.
Ko ngā uara (our values) are woven throughout the actions we take toachieve great outcomes for our tauira (students) and kaimahi (employees):
Te Aroha: Having regard for one another and those forwhom we are responsible and to whom we are accountable.
Te Whakapono: The basisof our beliefs and the confidence that what we are doing is right.
Ngā Ture: Theknowledge that our actions are morally and ethically right and that we areacting in an honourable manner.
Kotahitanga: Unityamongst iwi and other ethnicities; standing as one.
About the role
We are currently seeking a passionate Early Learning (Puna Whakatupu) Teacher to join us at our Apakura Te Kākano Puna Reo, on a p ermanent part time (30 hours per week) basis based in Te Awamutu, Hamilton.
Our commitment is to create lasting and enriching experiences for Tamariki and whānau by providing exceptional holistic educational opportunities through engaging interactive learning. As an Early Learning Teacher, you will create a safe, culturally enriched learning environment for our tamariki. Your role includes delivering marau Māori aligned with Te Whāriki, documenting tamariki progress, and collaborating with kaimahi and whānau to achieve positive outcomes, while supporting our strategic direction. Your impact is diverse and vital to high-quality education.
About you
To be successful for this role, you will have the following:
Qualification in Teaching for Early Childhood Education or Primary – Level 7
A current Practicing Certificate issued by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Proven experience working with tamariki.
A sound understanding of Māori culture, values, tikanga and te reo.
A full NZ Driver’s License.
This role as classes as a Core Worker and you will need to pass a safety check under the Childrens Act 2014.
The role does require some lifting, bending, and standing for long periods of time.
As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.
If we’ve outlined a role that matches your skills and capabilities and a work environment that appeals, apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
A position description can be downloaded from the TWoA Careers website (click APPLY to go there). For any other queries, email [email protected]
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