Kaiāwhina (Tutor Assistant)

Mō mātou | About us

As a proudly kaupapa Māori 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 enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support the wellbeing of them and their whānau

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees
• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the holiday season
• An awesome wellness programme that offers free events and services to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Free on-site carparking

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

Title: Kaiāwhina (Tutor Assistant) 
Role: Permanent Part Time
Location: Christchurch
Hours: 18.75 hours per week
Days: Between Monday - Sunday

The role of Kaiāwhina (Tutor Assistant) is to provide support to the kaiako in the delivery of subject knowledge in a particular curriculum field:

• To provide support to the kaiako in the delivery of subject knowledge in a particular curriculum field
• To support the kaiako to manage day-to-day activities in the delivery of the programme from subject knowledge
• Provide assistance to the kaiako in the teaching and delivery of the programme
• Prepare resources and classroom environment for all classes
• Meet with the kaiako to prior to classes to discuss class plans

Mōu | About you

We are looking for someone who has the following:

• School Leavers Certificate
• At least one year’s experience in a similar role preferred
• Intermediate ability and knowledge of Tikanga and Āhuatanga Māori
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• It is preferred that Kaiāwhina are qualified one level above the subject being taught; or should be studying towards relevant subject

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.

Kua whati te tai, tono mai! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply asap as we will close off the advertisement when we find a suitable candidate.

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