Kaiako – Te Whāinga o te Ao Tikanga (Level 3), Mātauranga Māori

Mō mātau | About us

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent kaimahi.
• For permanent kaimahi, four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed remotely.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

We are looking for a passionate and skilled fixed term, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Kaiako to teach Te Whāinga o te Ao Tikanga (Level 3). This position starts in January 2025 and concludes in December 2025.

This role involves planning and delivering lessons, developing teaching materials, and responding to the diverse needs of tauira. You will support tauira through regular assessments, fostering an inclusive and collaborative learning environment rooted in Whanaungatanga, Ako, Aro, and Te Hiringa.

Key responsibilities include recruiting tauira, planning learning sessions, supervising activities such as Noho and Wānanga, and ensuring tauira progress towards achieving their academic goals. You will also provide individualized support to ensure tauira success, using strategies like the 101 Retention Plan, and maintain accurate records in line with TWoA and NZQA requirements.

Mōu | About you

We seek a Kaiako who is committed to empowering tauira, inspiring them to complete their studies and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

• Diploma in Mātauranga Māori (Level 5) or in a related subject
• NZ Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching (Level 5) or equivalent
• Either attest equivalence for NZQA standards required to assess and moderate this programme OR hold the NZ Certificate in Assessment Practice (L4)
• Full and current NZ Driver’s Licence (Class 1)
• 3+ years’ experience working with iwi, hapu or marae projects, AND
• 3+ years’ experience teaching adults
  

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

Tonoa i tēnei rā! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz